A 64-year-old man, who has been wanted by Hamilton police for 35 years, has recently been arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in California. On Aug. 4, ICE confirmed Charles Peter Billone’s arrest. The 64-year-old was arrested in Santa Cruz, Calif., and ICE officials say he has been a fugitive from Canada since 1991. Billone has been wanted on a Canada-wide warrant on two counts each of sexual assault and sexual interference. ICE officials say Billone is wanted for sexual assault involving a child. They allege that he has also stolen property, and has drug convictions. Billone is currently in ICE custody “pending removal proceedings.” A spokesperson for Hamilton Police confirmed to CTV News that they have been working closely with the Crown’s office on Billone’s case. “At this time, there are no extradition proceedings,” police said in an email. CTV News contacted ICE for comment but did not receive a response in time for publication. If you or someone you know is struggling with sexual assault or trauma, the following resources are available to support people in crisis:
