Alleged online sex predator faces 48 new charges from Hamilton cops
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Hamilton Police have charged an alleged online sexual predator with 48 new charges.
On May 16, Bryan Hayward, 36, of Hamilton was charged with 12 offences related to a sexual assault investigation but since that time, more alleged victims have been identified.
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On Thursday, Hayward was additionally charged with 13 counts of administering noxious substance, 12 counts each of aggravated sexual assault and administering overpowering/stupefying drug to overcome resistance, five counts each of voyeurism and distributing intimate images without consent, and one count of assault.
Hayward is a white male, standing 5-foot-10, weighing approximately 180 pounds, with a medium build, brown hair, and a left-hand amputation.
Investigators believe Hayward may have connected with victims through online dating and social media platforms and some incidents may date back to before his amputation in November 2021.
Police suspect there may be more victims, including individuals unaware they were affected.
Anyone who had any interaction or relationship with Hayward is urged to contact Det. Curtis Patton of Sex Crimes Unit at 905-540-5545, the Sex Crimes Unit (non-emergency line) at 905-540-5553 or anonymous tips via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or crimestoppershamilton.com as they may have information relevant to the investigation.
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