November 5, 2026
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(HURON COUNTY, ON) - A Northern Bruce Peninsula resident is facing charges in connection with an ongoing sexual assault investigation.
In May, the Huron County OPP Crime Unit commenced an investigation into a reported sexual assault that resulted in an arrest and numerous criminal charges for offences that allegedly occurred in 2022 and 2023 in Huron County, Wellington County, and elsewhere in the Province of Ontario.
Oct. 6, following a month's-long investigation, David GRIFFITHS, 61, of Northern Bruce Peninsula, was arrested and charged with the following offences:
Sexual assault - three counts
Sexual exploitation - three counts
Adult - make available sexually explicit materials to a person under 18 years of age
Child pornography material - printing and publishing
Child pornography material - possession
Adult - luring a person under 18 years of age by telecommunication
The accused was held for a bail hearing, then later released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Goderich, Nov. 16.
*THESE CHARGES HAVE YET TO BE PROVEN IN COURT*
Investigators are urging anyone who may have been affected, experienced similar circumstances or has information about the accused's activities that could assist the investigation, to contact police.
The victim in this investigation has been referred to dedicated victim services to receive continued support. At every step, the OPP aims to treat victims with dignity and respect, reduce harm, and maintain clear, supportive communication to help minimize further trauma during investigations.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Huron County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or 519-482-1677.
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