York Regional Police have charged a psychologist who allegedly sexually assaulted a young patient during an appointment, and police believe there may be additional victims.
Investigators said on June 29, the victim attended an appointment at a clinic located near John Street and Bayview Avenue in Markham.
“During the appointment, the victim was given a massage and touched inappropriately,” police said in a news release issued Wednesday. The victim was not injured.
Police did not disclose the victim’s age or any other details about the alleged assault.
On July 4, police executed a search warrant at a residence in Markham and 61-year-old Farrokh Sedigh-Deilami was charged with sexual assault and sexual interference.
Investigators released his image as they believe there may be additional victims.
Police are asking anyone with information about the investigation to contact them at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7071 or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
