A veteran police officer in Durham region has been charged with sexual assault.
Durham regional police said on Thursday that an investigation was launched after a woman came forward earlier this month.
Police did not specify any details surrounding the allegation but said the complaint was regarding the conduct of an officer while off-duty.
Jack Stelwagen, a 40-year-old officer who has been with the force since 2007, was charged with one count of sexual assault.
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He has been suspended with pay, in accordance with the Police Services Act.
Durham police are asking anyone with information to come forward or reach out to Crime Stoppers anonymously.
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