Two suspects charged with sexual assault, forcible confinement

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 24-85789, 24-94873
Two suspects charged with sexual assault, forcible confinement 

The Windsor Police Service has charged two suspects with sexual assault, forcible confinement, and uttering threats. 

On July 20, 2024, officers responded to a report of a sexual assault at an apartment building in the 300 block of Victoria Street South in Amherstburg. Through investigation, officers learned that a woman was sexually assaulted by a male suspect and prevented from leaving the apartment. A female suspect was also present and failed to intervene or help the victim.

Later, the suspects allegedly approached the female victim and threatened serious bodily harm if she did not recant her statement to police. The suspects additionally attempted to obstruct justice. 

Following an investigation, officers located and arrested the female suspect in Amherstburg on August 9, 2024. The male suspect was arrested yesterday with the assistance of the OPP-led Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad.

Michael Peltier, 33, has been charged with sexual assault by choking, forcible confinement, obstructing justice, and uttering threats to cause bodily harm (x2).

Emma Hanson, 26, has been charged with sexual assault as a party to the offence and obstructing justice. 

Anyone with information should call the Windsor Police Service Amherstburg Detachment Criminal investigations Unit at 519-736-8559, ext. 230. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

If you or someone you know is an affected person in need of support, please call Victim Services Windsor Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Victim Assistance Unit at Windsor Police at 519-255-6700, ext. 4879.