A 63-year-old man is in custody following a decades-long investigation into alleged sexual offenses in Hamilton. John Duncan faces charges of sexual assault and an indecent act, stemming from incidents believed to have occurred over the last thirty years.
Detectives initiated the investigation earlier this month, meticulously piecing together a troubling pattern of alleged abuse. So far, investigators have identified two victims, but fear the full scope of the offenses may be far greater.
Police describe Duncan as a white male, approximately 5-foot-8 with a medium build and grey hair. Authorities are actively seeking anyone with information that could shed light on these past events and potentially identify additional victims.
In a separate incident, a violent altercation at Nora Frances Henderson Secondary School left a 17-year-old hospitalized with injuries to his arm. The fight, which occurred on Monday, prompted a police response and subsequent arrests.
Two individuals, aged 16 and 19, have been charged with assault causing bodily harm. The 16-year-old faces additional charges related to the possession of prohibited weapons, suggesting a pre-planned escalation of the conflict.
Investigators believe more individuals, including both students and those not enrolled at the school, were involved in the attack. They are urging anyone with knowledge of the incident to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation.
Meanwhile, a 16-year-old with a prior arrest record now faces charges related to a stabbing involving other teenagers. This case highlights a concerning trend of youth violence and the challenges facing law enforcement.
Tragically, a man brought to a North York hospital with gunshot wounds has succumbed to his injuries. This incident, occurring in the Entertainment District, underscores the escalating concerns surrounding gun violence in the region.
