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North Huron Man Faces Additional Sexual Assault Charges

A former Wingham Scout leader, hospital worker and auxiliary police officer is facing additional charges in connection to historical sexual assaults against three youth.

Martin Cretier, 71, of North Huron is charged with indecent assault, gross indecency, sexual assault, and sexual interference.

The latest charges stem from incidents that took place between 1976 and 2001 involving three victims aged 9 to 17.

Police say the victims met the accused at the Wingham hospital, or with the 1st Wingham Scout Troop.

The investigation has identified ten victims and a total of 39 charges have been laid against the accused.

Cretier has a court date February 18 in Wingham.

Any person with information regarding these incidents should contact Huron County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 524-8314.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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