(St. John’s, NL), November 9, 2023 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary’s (RNC) Child Abuse and Sexual Assault (CASA) unit has laid additional charges against two individuals connected to an ongoing investigation into sexual violence in the province.
Yesterday (Wednesday, Nov. 8), investigators arrested 63-year-old Anthony HUMBY of St. John’s and 81-year-old Bruce ESCOTT of St. John’s and charged them with the following offences believed to have occurred from 2006 to 2011 related to one additional survivor:
Anthony HUMBY, 63
- Sexual assault
- Invitation to sexual touching
- Sexual interference
Bruce ESCOTT, 81
- Sexual assault
- Invitation to sexual touching
- Sexual interference
- Sexual exploitation
To date, HUMBY faces a total of 32 charges and ESCOTT a total of 14 charges related to 11 survivors. The accused remain in custody and will appear in Provincial Court today in relation to these additional charges.
Members of the RNC investigative team are available to speak with anyone that has information or has questions. With a trauma-informed focus, the officers prioritize the safety and well-being of all individuals. A dedicated e-mail has been established to reach the investigative team directly. Please contact reach@rnc.gov.nl.ca with any information. You can also call the RNC at 709-729-8000 and provide information anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.nlcrimestoppers.com or by using the P3Tips app #SayItHere.
Anyone experiencing anxiety or crisis as a result of this information, please contact the Mental Health Crisis Line at 8-1-1. In addition, the RNC Mental Health Mobile Crisis Response Team will respond to a crisis where and when it occurs, and can be reached at 709-729-8000. In the event of an emergency always call 9-1-1.
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Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
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