Ottawa police seek more possible victims after man, 20, charged with sex assault

Mohamed Habib, 20, of Ottawa, is accused of sexual interference, sexual assault, and harassment. (Ottawa Police Service/handout)

The Ottawa Police Service says a 20-year-old Ottawa man is facing charges following an investigation into sexual assault.

The investigation began in March, police said, but few details about the case were released.

Ottawa police say Mohamed Habib is charged with two counts of sexual interference, two counts of sexual assault, and one count of harassment by threatening conduct.

He is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday.

Police say there could be additional victims in and around the Ottawa area.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5944. Tips may also be sent electronically to [e-mail].

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca.

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