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Fergus man charged with sexual assault of a minor
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Fergus man charged with sexual assault of a minor

Police say they're not identifying accused in order to protect victim

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by Wellington Advertiser

CENTRE WELLINGTON – A Fergus man is accused of sexually assaulting a minor following an incident here earlier this week.

Wellington County OPP officials say that on March 17 police "received a report of a sexual assault that occurred at an address within Centre Wellington the day prior."

A 46-year-old Fergus man was charged with sexual interference, sexual exploitation and sexual assault on a person under the age of 16.

He was released and is to appear in Guelph court at a later date.

"The name of the accused is being withheld to protect the identity of the victim," police stated.

Anyone with information can contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-8477. Tip providers may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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