A Winnipeg man is facing charges after a youth reported being sexually assaulted by a juvenile counsellor while incarcerated.
Winnipeg police say the youth reported the sexual assault in November 2023.
Investigators say the youth was incarcerated at a custody facility in Manitoba between 2022 and 2023.
While in custody, police say the youth formed a relationship with a juvenile counsellor. During that time, he allegedly gave her extra canteen items and sexually assaulted her in exchange.
A 51-year-old Winnipeg man was charged Tuesday with sexual assault, sexual exploitation, and obtaining sexual services from a person under 18.
He was released with conditions prohibiting access to anyone under 18 as directed by the Criminal Code.
None of the charges have been tested in court.