SYDNEY, N.S. – A man who performs as a clown in Cape Breton has been charged with sexual assault, sexual exploitation and sexual interference.
The Cape Breton Regional Police say the charges were laid against 51-year-old Dale Rancourt of Gabarus after he was arrested on Sunday.
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According to his Facebook page, Rancourt has been performing as “Klutzy” the clown in Cape Breton for many years at birthday parties and other children’s events, as well as a variety of charitable fundraising events.
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He is facing one charge of sexual exploitation, one charge of sexual assault and two charges of sexual interference.
Rancourt was scheduled to appear in Sydney provincial court on Monday afternoon.
A police spokeswoman declined to provide further details.
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