In early October 2024 the Halton Regional Police Service Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit commenced an investigation into an incident of child luring that began in September of this year.

As a result of this investigation, on October 18, 2024, Patrick McCash (21) of Oakville, was arrested and charged with the following offences:

  • Luring a child
  • Sexual assault (2 Counts)
  • Sexual interference (2 Counts)

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Investigators are concerned there may be further victims and a photo of the accused has been attached to this media release.

Anyone who may have any additional information pertaining to this investigation, or anyone who has been victimized by the accused is asked to contact the Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit at 905-825-4777 Ext.8970

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. "See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers" at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.

Sexual assault is any touching of another person without their consent where the touching is of a sexual nature, or where the sexual integrity of the victim is violated.  A sexual assault can range from unwanted touching to sexual assault involving penetration.

There is no statute of limitation when it comes to reporting a sexual assault.  This means that no matter how long ago the sexual assault happened, you can still report it to police for investigation.

Victims of violence and/or sexual assault can contact the Halton Regional Police Service Victim Services Unit at 905-825-4777 for support.

Additional information can be found in our Sexual Assault Information Guide.

A valuable resource for information is also available on the Survivors Voices website.

Media Inquiries:

Halton Regional Police Service
Media Relations
Phone: 905-825-4899
Email: corpcomm@haltonpolice.ca

 

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