A man from Brampton has been charged for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl this week in Durham Region.
On Tuesday a minor came forward claiming a man had sexually assaulted her in the Region of North Durham.
Police identified the man and, on Thursday (Oct 30) arrested the accused.
36 year old Jason Bent of Brampton, is facing several charges.
He was held for a bail hearing.
Police released Bent’s photo as authorities appealed to potential witnesses to provide additional information.
The accused is known to frequent the London, Ontario, Barrie, and other areas of the GTA.
