81-year-old Ottawa man charged with ‘historical’ sex assaults

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An Ottawa man is facing sexual assault charges in connection with “historical” offences dating back to the 1980s.

Ottawa police have charged Zulfikarali Najak, 81, with two counts of sexual assault.

He is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday.

Police believe there may be additional victims or incidents related to this in the Ottawa area.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the SACA Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5944, or email [e-mail].

Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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If you or someone you know is struggling with sexual assault or trauma, the following resources are available to support people in crisis:

• Call 911 if you are in immediate danger or fear for your safety.
• The Canadian Association of Sexual Assault Centres' website has a comprehensive list of sexual assault centres in Canada that offer information, advocacy and counselling.
• The Ending Violence Association of Canada‘s website has links to helplines, support services and locations across Canada that offer sexual assault kits.
• Indian Residential School Survivors Society crisis lines: [phone] or [phone] (24/7)
• Toronto Rape Crisis Centre crisis line: [phone] (24/7)
• Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline: [phone] (24/7)
• Trans Lifeline: [phone]
• Suicide Crisis Helpline: call or text 988 (24/7)
• Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre for current and former Canadian Armed Forces members: [phone]
• Read about your rights as a victim on the Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime website.