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Erin man charged with sexual assault in Orangeville

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Erin man charged with sexual assault in Orangeville
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ORANGEVILLE – An Erin man has been charged with sexual assault in connection with an incident at a business here.

Dufferin County OPP announced on Nov. 2 that Perry Meeker, 55, of Erin, was charged with sexual assault.

“The accused was known to the victim,” police stated in a press release.

The accused was released and is to appear before in Orangeville court in December.

Police are asking anyone who may have additional information or believes that they were a victim of a similar circumstance to contact the Dufferin OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

“Members of the Dufferin OPP Crime Unit work with victims to encourage reporting of serious crimes,” police stated.

“Victim impact and understanding is a primary goal when investigating a crime against a person. Officers are committed to assisting victims during what is often the worst experience of their lives, providing support throughout criminal investigations and pending court proceedings.”

Victim Services Caledon-Dufferin can be reached at 905-951-3838, while Victim Services Wellington-Guelph can be reached at 519-824-1212.

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