Aug 3, 2022
Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating an attempt murder in Stayner, Township of Clearview.
At approximately 11:55 p.m., OPP officers responded to a 9-1-1 call at an address in Stayner. Officers located a person inside the residence suffering from serious injuries.
The initial investigation revealed that the victim was sexually assaulted and then stabbed. The victim was transported to a local hospital where she was later air-lifted to a trauma centre.
As a result of the investigation, Michael ZAAKIR, 31-year-old from Wasaga Beach stands to be charged with the following:
• Attempt to commit murder
• Aggravated sexual assault
• Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court
• Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm – two counts
• Theft of motor vehicle
A warrant for the accused has been issued. Anyone with information on Michael ZAAKIR’s whereabouts is urged to not approach him and call 9-1-1 immediately. He is considered dangerous.
The investigation is on going by members of the Huronia West OPP Crime Unit.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Huronia West OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- 8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
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