Investigators in the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division have charged a Halifax doctor in connection with a sexual assault that occurred in March 2015 in Halifax after it was reported to police in October 2015.

A 17-year-old male had attended the Victoria General Hospital site of the QEII Health Sciences Centre at 5820 University Avenue on March 18 of last year to undergo a medical procedure. After the procedure, the doctor touched the young man in a sexual manner over his clothing.

Investigators have charged 64-year-old Dr. Nebojsa Sparavalo of Halifax with sexual assault and sexual exploitation. He is scheduled to appear in Halifax Provincial Court on April 7, 2016 to answer to the charges.

Source: Media Release