An Ottawa man has been accused of threatening a teenage sex trade worker with a knife before sexually assaulting her on Thursday afternoon.

The man, 46, appeared in court to face a charge of sexual assault with a weapon, according to Ottawa police.

He allegedly sought services from the teen but turned violent once at a residence, police said.

Investigators urge any other possible victims to come forward.



The man is described as standing five-foot-ten-inches tall, weighting 220 lbs. with a grey and black beard and moustache.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Ottawa police at 613-236-1222, ext. 5944 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.