Constable Michael LaCombe, an 18-year member of the Hamilton Police Service, has been charged by the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) with two counts of sexual assault.

The officer has been suspended with pay.

All media inquiries may be directed to SIU Communications at (416) 622-2342.

The matter is now before the courts. Out of respect for the process, Hamilton Police Service will not be providing further comment.