An Ottawa man is facing several charges after a violent sexual assault in the Ottawa area on May 15th.
Police allege Mohamed Barkhadle, 31, violently assaulted and choked a female during the attack in an apartment.
The victim suffered serious injuries.
Barkhadle is to appear in court today.
The charges include:
1. Attempted Murder
2. Aggravated Sexual Assault
3. Forcible Confinement
4. Overcoming Resistance by Choking
5. Uttering Threats
6. Breach of Probation
7. Failure to report as required
Police are concerned there may be more victims.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5944.
Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or downloading the Ottawa Police app.