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Charges laid after sexual assault of a minor

The Essex County Ontario Provincial Police has laid charges in relation to a sexual assault of a minor.

The OPP reports it began the investigation on Wednesday.

On Thursday, a 46-year-old from Amherstburg was arrested and charged with sexual interference and sexual assault on a person under 16.

The accused was held pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor.

Further details about the case have not been released to protect the identity of the victim.

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