Members of the Orillia Major Crime Unit (MCU) of the Orillia Ontario Police have arrested and charged an individual with sexual assault related offences after an incident at a local business on Murphy Road (Dollarama) on June 14th, 2025.
On June 14, 2025, members of the Orillia OPP responded to a call for service of an unknown male party who allegedly sexually assaulted a youth at a local business. The suspect fled on foot. Officers began canvassing the area and with assistance from the Orillia MCU, a suspect was identified.
As a result of the investigation, Michael Bazter, 23-year-old of Petawawa, is facing the following charges:
– Sexual interference, and
– Sexual assault on a person under 16 years of age.
The accused was arrested on June 20th, 2025, and is being held in custody to appear before the Barrie Court of Justice virtually for a bail hearing.
The OPP are concerned there may be more victims including in Muskoka in relation to this investigation. Anyone with information about this or a similar incident is urged to call the Orillia OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.
