A massage therapist working at a Newmarket spa has been charged with sexual assault relating to an incident that occurred during an appointment.
The incident occurred July 31 at Sanctuary Day Spas located at 57 Main Street South in Newmarket.
Police initiated an investigation Aug. 22 after a woman reported a sexual assault by a registered massage therapist during a session.
A suspect was arrested Sept. 8.
Michel Sarkis, 55, of Whitchurch-Stouffville, is charged with sexual assault.
Investigators want to ensure there are no further victims.
Anyone with information about other possible assaults is asked to call the York Regional Police Special Victims Unit — Sexual Assault Section at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7071.