Hamilton man charged with sexual assault of sex trade worker

Hamilton police have arrested a 62-year-old man in connection with the sexual assault and robbery of a sex trade worker.

Police say around 7:40 p.m. on Friday, a man approached the victim who was standing alone on Barton St. near Earle St. in Hamilton.

The woman got into the man’s vehicle and the pair drove to a secluded area a few blocks away. Police say that is where she was physically attacked and sexually assaulted by the man.

Two witnesses saw the struggle and called police.

Ahmad Zia Durani, of Hamilton, was arrested and charged with sexual assault and robbery.

Police believe there may be more victims that had contact with Durani.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Jason Leek of the Sexual Assault Unit at 905-546-4614 or Crime Stoppers.