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1 Arrested in Historical Sexual Assault Investigation – Fort Erie

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The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Sexual Assault Unit (SAU) are investigating allegations of sexual assault which occurred between February to April 2024, at a shelter in the Town of Fort Erie.

As a result of the investigation 57-year-old Fredy CARDONA of Niagara Falls was arrested on Monday, February 16, 2026, and is charged with the following criminal offences:

• Sexual Assault

• Personating a Peace Officer (2 counts)

• Intimidation (2 counts)

CARDONA remains in custody and is scheduled to attend a bail hearing on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

CARDONA has worked in various roles with community agencies supporting newcomers and other vulnerable individuals, including refugees and asylum seekers, in the Niagara Region since 2023.


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