BATTLEFORD, Sask. – A man is in custody after a sexual assault in Saskatchewan. The assault happened this past Monday in the town of Battleford during the early morning hours.
RCMP say they initially received a report around 4:30 a.m. of a woman outside a residence requiring assistance. She was found in the area and officers discovered she had been the victim of a sexual assault.
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She was taken to hospital where she was treated for injuries to her head, torso and extremities. There is no word on her current condition.
A suspect was identified and was arrested late Tuesday afternoon. Cory Smockum, 33, has been charged with sexual assault, assault, and choking to overcome resistance.
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Smockum appeared in North Battleford provincial court on Wednesday and will remain in custody until his next appearance on Feb. 3.
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