Toronto Rabbi Accused of Abuse From ’70s
A 71-year-old rabbi in Toronto has been charged with indecent assault for allegedly sexually assaulting a student 40 years ago.
Heshi Nussbaum appeared in court on Wednesday to face the charge, the Toronto Sun reported.
Nussbaum allegedly sexually assaulted a 12-year-old boy at a “private religious school” that he taught at and during a summer camp between 1972 and 1975, according to Toronto Police.
There also may be more victims, according to a statement issued by the Toronto Police on Friday.
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