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Hamilton man facing historical sexual assault charges

Hamilton police have charged a 68-year-old man in connection with a historical sexual assault investigation. File / Global News

A Hamilton man has been charged with sex-related offences dating back to 2007.

Police say the accused provided child-care services in his home at the time of the alleged offences, which involved girls under the age of 16 who were known to him.

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Michael Andress, 68, has been charged with sexual assault, sexual interference and invitation to sexual touching.

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Andress has held volunteer positions involving youth in his church, Scouts Canada and various sports teams and has been employed as a Hamilton school crossing guard.

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Police believe there could be more victims and encourage anyone who wishes to report any information to contact Det. Phil Hedgcock at 905-540-6477.

To provide information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at www.crimestoppershamiIton.com.

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