Sexual Assault *Additional Charges Laid*
In March 2018 the Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit initiated an investigation into the conduct of Arthur "Dale" Wood, after receiving multiple complaints. As a result, on March 27th 2018 he was arrested and charged accordingly.
Further investigation into the accused has revealed an additional victim, and on April 20th 2018, Arthur "Dale" Wood was arrested a second time, and charged with an additional count of Sexual Assault.
The accused was released on a Promise to Appear and Undertaking with a court date of May 14, 2018 in Milton.
Anyone who may have any additional information pertaining to this investigation is asked to contact Det. Joe Barr (905-465-8969) or D/Sgt Chris Newcombe (905-465-8965) of the Halton Regional Police Service Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit.
ORIGINAL RELEASE - MARCH 27, 2018.
As a result of an investigation conducted by the Halton Regional Police Service - Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit (C.A.S.A.), Arthur "Dale" Wood (73 years) of Markdale was arrested March 27th, 2018 and charged with: Sexual Assault x 3, and Sexual Interference.
Throughout the 1980's and 1990's, the accused was a singing/music instructor, and offered private lessons from within his residence in Georgetown as well as in clients homes. During the initial investigation, a second victim contacted police, disclosed a similar sexual assault, and as a result additional charges have been laid.
The accused was held for a Bail Hearing.
Anyone who may have any additional information pertaining to this investigation is asked to contact Det. Joe Barr (905-465-8969) or D/Sgt Chris Newcombe (905-465-8965) of the Halton Regional Police Service Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit.
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers "See Something? Hear Something? Know Something?" Contact "Crime Stoppers" at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca
Please be reminded that all persons charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law
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