Fredericton Independent

Fredericton Independent

City man accused of sex assault, choking

Charges against Connor Harrigan, 38, of Fredericton, allege crimes against underage girl

Don MacPherson
Dec 01, 2025
∙ Paid

Counsel for a Fredericton man accused of sexually assaulting and choking a teenage girl a year ago told a court last week she needed time to review the Crown’s case against her client.

The Justice Building in downtown Fredericton. (Photo: Don MacPherson/The Fredericton Independent)

Connor Harrigan, 38, of Shannon Street, appeared in Fredericton provincial court Friday along with defence lawyer Spencer MacInnis.

Harrigan is charged with sexually assaulting a minor, touching that girl for a sexual purpose and assaulting her by choking, suffocating and/or strangling her, all in Fredericton on Nov. 28, 2024.

User's avatar

Continue reading this post for free, courtesy of Don MacPherson.

Or purchase a paid subscription.
© 2026 Ion Media Inc. · Privacy ∙ Terms ∙ Collection notice
Start your SubstackGet the app
Substack is the home for great culture