Markham music teacher charged with sexual assault of youth
A Markham music teacher is facing sexual interference, sexual exploitation and sexual assault charges involving a young person. On July 6, 2026, the alleged victim told York Regional Police that she had been in a sexual relationship with the suspect since 2022, when she was 15 years old. Get breaking National news Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.
- ▪A Markham music teacher is facing sexual interference, sexual exploitation and sexual assault charges involving a young person.
- ▪On July 6, 2026, the alleged victim told York Regional Police that she had been in a sexual relationship with the suspect since 2022, when she was 15 years old.
- ▪Get breaking National news Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.
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| Publication time | Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:23:05 +0000 |
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A Markham music teacher is facing sexual interference, sexual exploitation and sexual assault charges involving a young person. On July 6, 2026, the alleged victim told York Regional Police that she had been in a sexual relationship with the suspect since 2022, when she was 15 years old. Get breaking National news Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Get Started By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. Police say they met through a Markham music studio, where the suspect was teaching.YRP laid charges against the suspect on July 23.
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