Brantford man facing sexual assault charge following online ‘hypnosis study’ ad

Brantford police have charged a man with sexual assault in connection with an online ‘hypnosis study’ advertisement.

Officers say a 28-year-old Brantford man is accused of inappropriate actions involving a 19-year-old female victim.

Detectives say the accused posted an online advertisement seeking “paid hypnosis study participants.”

After responding to the advertisement, the victim attended the accused’s Grey Street residence, believing she was participating in a legitimate research experiment.

While at the residence, the accused engaged in inappropriate actions toward the victim.

The victim left the residence and was not physically injured.

The victim and the accused were not known to each other prior to this incident.

The incident happened at approximately 10:10 a.m. on Jan. 8.

On Jan. 9, the man was arrested and charged with one count of sexual assault.

Police say they do not believe there are additional victims.

However, anyone who may have had a similar experience or who has information related to this investigation, is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at (519) 756-7050.

Information can also be provided anonymously to Brant-Brantford Crime Stoppers by calling (519)750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477, or by submitting a tip online.

Please reference Incident #26-00919.

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