A 26-year-old Newmarket martial arts coach has been charged with sexual assault involving a minor, police say.
Police launched an investigation into the sexual assault of a minor at a martial arts club, according to a York Regional Police news release.
Anthony Paines is charged with sexual assault and sexual interference, police said.
Police have released a photograph of the accused, as he has worked at multiple martial arts clubs in the Greater Toronto Area.
Police are encouraging anyone who feels they may have been a victim of a sexual assault to come forward and report the incident at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7071, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or leave an anonymous tip online at 1800222tips.com.
Victims not ready to report can contact York Region Victim Services at or the Women’s Support Network. Additional resources and information can be found here.
