(ROCKLAND, ON) – The Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person with sexual assault.

The incident happened on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at a park in Rockland. The victim was not injured and did not know the other individual.



Members of the Russell County OPP launched an immediate investigation resulting an in arrest.

Harry TCHINDA II MBETE, age 22, from Rockland, has been charged under the Criminal Code with sexual assault.

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

Police are encouraging anyone with any information regarding this investigation to contact Russell County OPP at 613-443-4499 or the toll free at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

Victims of sexual assault are not alone. If you need support or know someone that does, there are local resources available to help. You can visit the Victim Services of Prescott-Russell at http://svsprescottrussell.ca for assistance. A toll-free call can also be placed to the Assaulted Women’s Helpline at 1-866-863-0511 where your information will remain anonymous and confidential. If you are in an immediate crisis, dial 9-1-1.

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