Lincoln Man Arrested in Sexual Assault Case

Thursday, 18 February 2021 12:57

By Linda Morgan

Niagara Regional Police have arrested a Lincoln man in connection to a historic sexual assault.

The investigation, which commenced in August 2020, determined that between 1987-1991, a male and female under the age of 16 were reportedly sexually assaulted in Lincoln.

Officers arrested 67 year old Peter Vanderplaat yesterday.

He has been charged with Sexual Assault, Gross Indecency, Sexual Interference and Indecent Act.

Vanderplaat was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Detectives believe there may be more victims, and anyone with information is asked to contact the NRP at 905-688-4111, ext. 1009363.

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Lincoln Man Arrested in Sexual Assault Case

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