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Former Milton pizza shop owner accused of sexually abusing boys: police

A 69-year-old Burlington, Ont. man faces numerous charges in connection to the alleged sexual assault of boys while he co-owned a pizza shop more than 38 years ago.

Halton Regional Police say the incidents happened between 1972 and 1978 while the accused operated the food establishment in Milton.

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Authorities say the man would prey on young boys between the ages of 10 to 16 and offer them jobs.

Police say he would sexually abuse his victims and pay them for sexual acts.

Keith John Urch was arrested and charged with several counts of buggery, indecent assault on a male and gross indecency.

Investigators believe there may be more victims and are encouraging people to come forward.

Anyone with information is urged to call Detective Constable Wendy Clayton at 905-465-8980 or Detective Constable Ross Amore at 905-465-8973 of the of the Halton Regional Police Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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