Man charged after allegedly sexually assaulting former partner

A 37-year-old man will face the ACT Magistrates Court today after he allegedly sexually assaulted his former partner.

On Sunday (13 October 2024), the man’s former partner attended Belconnen Police Station to report an alleged sexual assault committed against her by the man.

Investigators from the Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Team (SACAT) began inquiries and yesterday (Thursday, 17 October 2024), arrested the 37-year-old man in Curtin.

He has been charged with two counts of sexual intercourse without consent and one count each of aggravated sexual assault in the 2nd and 3rd degrees.

We know victims can take significant periods of time to build up the courage to report sexual offences to police. ACT Policing has specially trained and dedicated investigators ready to hear your matter.

If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, you can report to police by attending a police station, calling 131 444, or by speaking to the Canberra Rape Crisis Centre on 02 6247 2525.