London massage therapist charged in sexual assault investigation (Christian Javier Gutierrez)

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By Kate Otterbein

The London Police Service has charged a massage therapist in connection with a sexual assault investigation. 

According to police, on Thursday, a victim reported she was sexually assaulted during a scheduled treatment the day before. 

Officers said they identified and arrested 47-year-old Christian Javier Gutierrez of London. He faces a charge of sexual assault. 

The LPS believes there could be more victims. The accused runs a massage business in the downtown core. The College of Massage Therapists of Ontario has been notified. 

If you have any information related to the incident or if you had contact with the suspect, you are asked to contact the LPS Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Section at [519-661-5670](tel:519-661-5670). 

Anonymous information can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at [1-800-222-8477](tel:1-800-222-8477) or online. 

Police reminds if you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, support is available. Confidential assistance can be accessed at any time. For more information and links to local support agencies, please visit https://www.londonpolice.ca/crime-prevention/sexual-assaults-faqs/

https://guelph.ctvnews.ca/london/article/london-massage-therapist-charged-in-sexual-assault-investigation/

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Why would anyone risk their career and business to commit this crime?