One Charged with Sexual Assault, Criminal Harassment
On October 15, 2024, officers with Patrol Services charged 28-year-old Devpriya Balhara with sexual assault and criminal harassment.
On October 7, 2024, officers received a report of a sexual assault which took place on September 4, 2024, followed by instances of unwanted communication with, and following of, the victim by the accused. An investigation revealed the accused had hugged the victim without their consent. In the following weeks, the accused made several attempts to communicate with and follow the victim, despite being told to leave them alone. The victim and accused are known to one another. A warrant was obtained for their arrest.
The accused is charged with:
- Sexual Assault
- Criminal Harassment
The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court on December 9, 2024.