(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Goderich man with several domestic assault related offences following a recent investigation.
On Thursday, May 28, 2020 Huron OPP commenced a domestic violence investigation after receiving a call from the victim.
The subsequent police investigation revealed the accused had committed several acts of domestic violence against the victim over a 16-year period. The accused was taken into custody without incident on May 29, 2020.
The accused, a 57-year-old Goderich resident has been charged with Assault with a Weapon – four counts, Assault Causing Bodily Harm and Mischief Under $5,000. He has since been released from custody with a future court date.
Victims of sexual assault/domestic violence are not alone. If you need support or know someone that does, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Huron County at 519-600-4108.
If you are in an immediate crisis, dial 9-1-1.