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Arrest made in sexual assault of 7-year-old girl

The accused was arrested by the Muskoka Crime Unit and held for bail
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A sketch artist assisted the investigation by working with the victim and creating a likeness of the suspect

HUNTSVILLE, Ont. — On December 17, 2024, the Muskoka Crime Unit, with the assistance of the OPP's Forensic Interview Team and Forensic Sketch Artist, made an arrest in a historical sexual assault investigation.

Kelly Mahon, 59, of Huntsville was arrested and charged with:

  • Sexual assault with a weapon on a person under 16 years
  • Sexual interference
  • Uttering threats - cause death or bodily harm

The Muskoka Crime Unit continued its investigation into a sexual assault that occurred in July 2015 in the Town of Huntsville after the victim, who was seven years old at the time of the offence came forward in October 2023. An OPP sketch artist assisted the investigation by working with the victim, creating a likeness of the suspect and police are asking for the public's help.

There is no statute of limitations on sexual offences and a report can be made to police at any time, regardless of how much time has passed. You can report a sexual assault by calling the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or 9-1-1 in an emergency. If you do not want to make a report to the police or need time and support to make that decision, there are community partners available to help. Ontario 211 provides information on Ontario's community, social, health-related and government services. Simply call 2-1-1 or visit 211ontario.ca for more information.