(St. John’s, NL), January 6, 2022 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit have laid charges in connection with sexual violence believed to have occurred in 1994.

In November of 2018, the RNC received a report in relation to historical events of sexual violence, which is believed to have occurred in Conception Bay South (CBS) in 1994. The report indicated an adult male engaged in sexual violence upon a child. The RNC’s Child Abuse and Sexual Assault (CASA) Unit launched an investigation in to the events.

As a result of an extensive investigation in to the report, on January 5, 2022, a 74-year-old male from CBS was arrested and charged with sexual exploitation, sexual interference, invitation to sexual touching, and corrupting children. The accused has been released from custody on conditions, set to appear in Provincial Court on a later date.

The RNC ask that anyone who may have information to assist the investigation contact the RNC at 729-8000 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can provide information anonymously on the NL Crime Stoppers Website at www.nlcrimestoppers.com.

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Cst. James Cadigan  #775
Media Relations Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
(709) 729-8658