(St. John’s, NL), September 14, 2023 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary’s (RNC) Criminal Investigation Division has laid more charges in connection with an investigation into sexual violence involving youth in St. John’s.
On Wednesday (Sept. 13), 62-year-old Anthony HUMBY was charged with sex offences related to two additional cases of sexual violence upon youth. HUMBY appeared in Provincial Court today (Sept. 14) on two counts of sexual assault, sexual exploitation and sexual interference.
The investigation began in November of 2022 when RNC Operational Patrol Services Division (OPS) received a report related to historical sexual violence by an adult upon youth in St. John’s. The RNC assembled a Major Case Management Team to investigate the report. In total, HUMBY faces 28 charges, and 80-year-old Bruce ESCOTT faces 10 charges. Both men remain in custody facing sexual violence charges related to seven youth and two young adult complainants.
As this investigation remains active, the RNC continues to seek any information related to acts of sexual violence and the exploitation of youth. If you have information to assist, you can contact the investigative team directly at reach@rnc.gov.nl.ca. You can also contact the RNC at 709-729-8000, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also provide information anonymously on the NL Crime Stoppers website at www.nlcrimestoppers.com or by using the P3Tips app #SayItHere.
Additionally, the Journey Project, an initiative of the Public Legal Information Association of NL and End Sexual Violence NL, is a reliable support for survivors of sexual violence. Legal Support Navigators are available to help survivors navigate the justice system. Please visit The Journey Project to learn more.
Anyone experiencing anxiety or crisis as a result of this information, please contact the Mental Health Crisis Line at 8-1-1. The RNC Mental Health Mobile Crisis Response Team will respond to a crisis where and when it occurs, and can be contacted at 709-729-8000. In the event of an emergency always call 9-1-1.
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