UPDATE #1 - ORILLIA OPP CALLING ON THE PUBLIC FOR ASSISTANCE
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(ORILLIA, ON) - Members of the Orillia Major Crime Unit (MCU) of the Orillia Ontario Police have arrested and charged an individual with sexual assault related offences after an incident at a local business on Murphy Road on June 14th, 2025.
On June 14, 2025, members of the Orillia OPP responded to a call for service of an unknown male party who allegedly sexually assaulted a youth at a local business. The suspect fled on foot. Officers began canvassing the area and with assistance from the Orillia MCU, a suspect was identified.
As a result of the investigation, Michael BAXTER, 23-year-old of Petawawa, is facing the following charges:
- Sexual interference, and
- Sexual assault on a person under 16 years of age
The accused was arrested on June 20th, 2025, and is being held in custody to appear before the Barrie Court of Justice virtually for a bail hearing on June 21st, 2025.