Historic sexual assault and sexual interference charges were laid against a former teacher in Maple Creek.

Wednesday, 64-year-old Dexter Bacsu made his first appearance on the charges in Swift Current provincial court.

As the investigation continues, Maple Creek RCMP believe there may be more victims.

RCMP release that Bacsu was a long-time teacher in Maple Creek schools and continued to work as a substitute teacher until recently.

Chinook School Division has advised he is no longer an employee.

Bacsu has volunteered in local youth sports and music programming, including as a coach and trip chaperone.

If you are a survivor of sexual assault, or if you have information about a crime of sexual nature that may assist an ongoing investigation, please contact Maple Creek RCMP at 306-662-5550. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers.