St. Thomas police headquarters on Caso Crossing. (File photo by Miranda Chant, Blackburn News)St. Thomas police headquarters on Caso Crossing. (File photo by Miranda Chant, Blackburn News)
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St. Thomas man accused of sexually assaulting roommate

Police in St. Thomas say a man has turned himself in to face accusations he sexually assaulted his roommate.

The St. Thomas Police Service said Thursday that an investigation began earlier this month after a woman reported that she had been sexually assaulted on March 9. According to police, a suspect surrendered on Wednesday.

A 21-year-old man, who police say is the victim's roommate, is charged with one count of sexual assault.

He was released from custody with a future court date.

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