NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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COUNTY OF WELLINGTON — In October 2023, the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) began an investigation into reported historic sexual assaults that occurred between 1986 and 1991 throughout Wellington County.
As a result, Brian Edward Cox, 68-years-old of Puslinch, has been charged with two counts of sexual assault, two counts of sexual assault, two counts of gross indecency and two counts of sexual Intercourse with a female between 14 and 16 years of age, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice - Guelph, on April 23, 2024
The Wellington County OPP Crime Unit is continuing to investigate as it is believed there may be more victims. Anyone with information can contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact the Guelph Wellington Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Victims of sexual assault are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources listed below that are available to help:
- Victim Services Wellington: 519-824-1212
- Sexual Assault / Domestic Violence Care and Treatment Centre: 519-837-6440
- Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis: 519-836-1110 or 1-800-265-7233
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