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Toronto art teacher accused of sexually assaulting 7-year-old girl

TORONTO — A Toronto art teacher has been arrested after allegedly sexually assaulting a seven-year-old girl attending an art program in the city's west end.
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TORONTO — A Toronto art teacher has been arrested after allegedly sexually assaulting a seven-year-old girl attending an art program in the city's west end.

Police say the girl was assaulted during multiple sessions while she was part of a 10-week art program at 4Cats Arts Studio.

Jordan Pereira, 24, of Toronto was arrested Tuesday and charged with one-count of sexual assault.

He is scheduled to appear in court Aug. 24.

Police released a photo of the suspect because they are concerned there may be other victims.

The Canadian Press

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