October 24, 2024 · 0 Comments
By Brian Lockhart
The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police Major Crime Unit has laid additional charges on an individual in relation to a historical sexual assault.
Police began an investigation in September 2024. They released more information on Oct. 17.
Following the initial investigation and subsequent news release, additional victims have come forward.
One victim disclosed two separate assaults dating back to 2015 and 2019.
As a result, John Wilkinson was arrested and charged with sexual assault (two counts) and sexual interference (two counts).
A second victim reported an assault that took place in 2017, leading to additional charges against Wilkinson for sexual assault.
Wilkinson has been arrested and was held for a bail hearing.
None of the listed charges have been tested in court.
Anyone with information about these incidents or similar cases is encouraged to contact the Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, please reach out to Simcoe-Dufferin-Muskoka Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.