OPP lay sexual assault, assault charges against Carleton Place resident

A Carleton Place resident is facing sexual assault-related charges following an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigation in Lanark County.

Lanark County OPP say officers began investigating allegations of sexual assault on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. As a result, a 25-year-old man was arrested and charged with sexual assault and assault.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

Police say the name of the accused is not being released to protect the identity of the victim.

Police remind victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault that help is available. In an emergency, call 911. Lanark County Interval House & Community Support operates a 24-hour crisis line at 613-257-5960 or toll free at 1-800-267-7946. The Assaulted Women’s Help Line is also available at 1-866-863-0511.