Ottawa police have charged a man in connection with sexual offences and are now appealing to the public as investigators believe there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward.
The Ottawa Police Service announced the charges and issued a public call for anyone who may have been affected to reach out to investigators. While full details of the case — including the accused's name, the nature of the charges, and the circumstances of the alleged offences — have been released through official channels, police emphasized that their investigation is ongoing.
Why Police Are Going Public
In cases involving sexual offences, investigators often go public after laying charges for a specific reason: victims who experienced similar incidents may not have reported them, either out of fear, shame, or uncertainty about whether what happened to them constitutes a crime. A public appeal can be a critical step in building a fuller picture of alleged criminal behaviour and ensuring all affected individuals have access to support and justice.
Ottawa police have consistently worked with community organizations and victim services to make the reporting process as accessible and sensitive as possible. Anyone who comes forward will be connected with trained investigators and referred to appropriate support services.
How to Report
If you or someone you know may have been a victim of sexual offences connected to this case, Ottawa police are asking you to contact the Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Section directly. You can also reach the Ottawa Police Service non-emergency line or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
For anyone who has experienced a sexual assault and is not yet ready to speak with police, Ottawa has several community resources available, including:
- Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre — provides confidential support, counselling, and advocacy
- Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa — offers crisis lines, individual counselling, and legal support
- Distress Centre of Ottawa — 24/7 crisis support line
A Reminder: You Don't Have to Go Through This Alone
Sexual violence cases can be deeply isolating, and many survivors wait years — or never report — because of the social stigma still attached to these crimes. Ottawa's victim services and advocacy organizations are specifically trained to support survivors through every stage of the process, whether that means filing a police report or simply having someone to talk to.
Police have not released a timeline for when additional details about the case will be made public, but have confirmed the investigation remains active.
Anyone with information is encouraged to come forward as soon as possible. Even details that may seem small can be meaningful to investigators building a case.
Source: CTV News Ottawa / Ottawa Police Service
