• Menus

    Lanark County resident charged with sexual assault

    Police
    Leave a reply
    Posted on: September 13, 2024

    OPP launched investigation after concerned citizen saw video online

    SUBMITTED

    A Lanark County resident has been charged with sexual assault after a good Samaritan reported seeing a disturbing video on social media

    On Wednesday, September 11, 2024, an individual contacted the OPP after seeing a video on social media that showed a sexual assault taking place.

    Officers with the Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) immediately launched an investigation. They located the victim and the located the accused in another location.

    Dylan COOPER, age 26 of McDonalds Corners, has been charged with sexual assault.

    The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on Monday, September 16, 2024.

    Hometown News
    Author: Hometown News

    Related posts

    Leave a Reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *


    • Special Features

    OPINION: Rideau Lakes finds balance in governance with strategic Integrity Report decision

    LAURIE WEIR The Sept. 3 decision by the Rideau Lakes council to seek a third-party investigation into an Integrity Commissioner’s (IC) report, while keeping the report confidential, represents a crucial […]

    More Special Features >>

    The Travelling Sommelier – Local breweries

    BRIAN PRESTON Here we are in August already after a hot July when many of us still look to a brew as a thirst quencher. Yes, the younger crowd and […]

    More Special Features >>

    Opinion: The Case against reopening the Joyceville Abattoir: Ethical and practical concerns

    LAURIE WEIR The discussion surrounding the reopening of the Joyceville abattoir has sparked heated debates, with strong cases on both sides. Proponents argue that reopening the facility would help local […]

    More Special Features >>

    Opinion: Ignoring Integrity Commissioner report erodes public trust in Rideau Lakes

    LAURIE WEIR In a democracy, transparency and accountability are not just buzzwords—they are foundational principles that ensure the public’s trust in their elected officials. Unfortunately, it appears that these principles […]

    More Special Features >>

    Buzzing wonders: The quirky, un-BEE-lievable world of our pollinating pals

    LAURIE WEIR In the heart of Lanark County, where the meadows are lush and the flowers bloom in a riot of colours, there’s a gentle hum that signifies more than […]

    More Special Features >>

    Maggie’s Maid: More than just a manure cart

    SALLY SMITH I used Maggie’s Maid yesterday. I remember mother trundling along the trails in the middle of Fairclough Island dragging the ‘maid’ behind her. She filled it with sticks […]

    More Special Features >>

    SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS

    Montague’s Moose Munchies Candy Co. brings sweet traditions to Smiths Falls

    Can this chocolate company fill the void left by Hershey’s departure? LAURIE WEIR Can an up-and-coming entrepreneur with a passion for chocolate fill the void left by the Hershey factory […]

    More spotlight on business >>

  • Editorial Cartoon

    • HomeTown News - Lanark, North Leeds & Grenville
    HOMETOWN NEWS