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87-year-old Toronto man charged with sexual interference

Toronto police have arrested an 87-year-old Toronto man in connection with a sexual assault investigation. Toronto Police Service / Handout

An 87-year-old man was arrested Saturday and charged with three counts of sexual interference in connection with what Toronto police allege were sexual assaults on three children between 2003 and 2016.

Police say they responded to a call in the area of Christie Street and Dupont Street on Nov. 5, where they were made aware of the alleged assaults, prompting an investigation.

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The accused, Albert Devonish of Toronto, was scheduled to appear in court Sunday morning. Updates on the proceeding were not immediately available.

Police say they are concerned there may be other victims and are asking anyone with information about the case contact their office at 416-808-1300 or Crimestoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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