McNamara St. man charged with Sexual Assault

North Bay Police Service
News Release

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On the 27th of Dec. it is alleged that a man drove a woman home in a vehicle. Once near the residence the man attempted to sexually assault her however she resisted and eventually managed to escape. It is further alleged that this woman did not know her attacker and had been offered a ride home.

Later the victim was able to recognize her attacker and on the 11th of Jan. Cst. Jason Long of the North Bay Police arrested a suspect in relation to this alleged incident. Shawn ONIONS 32 years old of McNamara St. is charged with Sexual Assault and is to appear in court on the 23rd of Feb.

If anyone has a similar incident that occurred to them, Cst. Long of our Service would like them to contact him at 497-5555.

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