Sexual assault charge laid in Chatham

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A Chatham man faces a future court date after being charged with sexual assault.

On July 19, 2016 just before noon, a local woman in an electric scooter was stopped in the area of St. Clair Street and Thames Street in Chatham.

A man, riding his bike, stopped to talk to the woman, who was unknown to him.

During their conversation, he physically touched her in a sexual manner.

The woman was able to flee the area.

Upon returning home, police were contacted.

Through investigation, police identified the man responsible.

Yesterday morning, the 65-year-old Chatham man was arrested and charged with sexual assault.

He was released pending a future court date of August 10, 2016.

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