LLOYDMINSTER, Alta. – Lloydminster RCMP have charged a 42-year-old man with sexual assault of a minor.
On Oct. 26, Lloydminster RCMP received a complaint of a sexual assault involving a minor. As a result of the investigation, police executed a search warrant at a residence in Lloydminster on Oct. 27.
The accused was brought before the Alberta Court of Justice and remanded into custody. His last court appearance was on Oct. 28.
RCMP say the investigation is ongoing.
The Alberta RCMP also reminds the public that criminal charges are allegations that must be proven in court. Members of the public are encouraged to refrain from speculation or commentary on social media regarding this matter, as all accused persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law and ongoing judicial proceedings must be allowed to proceed fairly.
Police are asking anyone with information related to this incident who has not yet spoken with investigators to contact Lloydminster RCMP at 780-808-8400.
