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81-year-old charged in historical sexual assault investigation

Ottawa Police's Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit believes there may be additional victims in the case involving allegations from the 1980s.

· 1 min read · HOC Ottawa Desk
81-year-old charged in historical sexual assault investigation
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An 81-year-old Ottawa man is facing charges in connection with alleged sexual offences dating back to the 1980s, Ottawa Police Service announced Tuesday.

Zulfikarali Najak has been charged with two counts of sexual assault and was scheduled for a court appearance on Wednesday afternoon. The Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit said it believes there may be additional victims or incidents related to the Ottawa-area investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the SACA Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5944, or email SACA@ottawapolice.ca. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477.