RCMP seeks other possible N.B. victims
Police charged Moncton resident Norman Dyer, 53, with sex crimes against minor, but investigation is casting wider net in province, as suspect previously lived in Woodstock
The Mounties in Moncton investigating alleged sexual offences against a minor are checking to see if there are other complainants out there, as the suspect lived outside the hub city as well.
The Codiac RCMP detachment issued a news release Friday morning, advising that it laid charges this week against Norman Dyer, 53, of Moncton.
He faces counts of sexual assault and sexual interference, the latter referring to the sexual touching of an underage complainant.
The charges arose after police responded to a report of a sexual offence against a child in Moncton on May 5, the release said, and that led to members with the detachment’s general investigations section, the RCMP internet child exploitation unit, digital forensics services unit and general duty officers executing a search warrant at a residence on First Avenue in Moncton on June 19.
Dyer was arrested at that time at the scene, it said, and officers seized digital evidence and illegal tobacco.
“Throughout the investigation, it was learned that the man had committed similar offences in the Moncton region and in Woodstock, dating back to 1994,” the release said, noting Dyer had previously resided in Woodstock.
“Police are continuing to investigate to determine if there were other victims. Police have reasons to believe that more victims could be in Woodstock.”
The suspect was released on conditions following his arrest, and among them is a requirement he refrain from communicating with anyone under the age of 16.
Dyer is due to make his first appearance in Moncton provincial court Nov. 4.
The RCMP emphasized that it doesn’t matter how much time has passed since such a sexual offence has taken place, people can still report it.
"This is still an active investigation, and we are working diligently to identify any additional victims," Codiac RCMP Sgt. Sylvette Hebert said in the release.
"We want to ensure that individuals are aware that a sexual assault complaint can be made at any time. If you are a victim of sexual assault, please contact us."
Potential victims or anyone who has information related to any such sexual offences is urged to contact their local policing agencies.
Those with information that could assist the Dyer investigation but who want to provide it anonymously can do so by contacting Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by downloading the secure P3 Mobile App, or submitting it online through Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca.
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