Authorities are searching for potential victims of sexual assault by a man who worked as a clown and kayak instructor on Montreal’s south shore in the 1990s.
Longueuil police say Julien Bouchard, 64, was arrested on Jan. 18 and charged with sexual assault of a minor. He was released on bail with conditions.
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Bouchard was previously found guilty of sexually assaulting another minor in 2000, according to a statement issued by police Tuesday.
Both incidents took place between 1996 and 1998. Police have released a photo of Bouchard from that time period.
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Investigators have reason to believe there could be more victims in Longueuil or elsewhere in Quebec. Provincial police are also involved in the investigation.
Bouchard worked as a clown and kayak instructor in the past, according to police. He also sang at religious ceremonies.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Longueuil police by calling 450-463-7211 immediately.
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