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Former MP Faces Trial for Alleged Sexual Assault of Teen

2/20/2026

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Roderick 'Rory' Amon, a former Liberal MP, is on trial for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old boy in 2017.
The complainant, 22, testified they connected via a dating app after Amon misrepresented his age.
The Crown says Amon engaged in sexual acts with the boy, who told a teacher and triggered police inquiry.
Amon's defense contends he believed the boy was at least 16 and disputes the count of meetings.

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Story summary

Roderick 'Rory' Amon, a former Liberal MP, is on trial for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old boy in 2017.
The complainant, 22, testified they connected via a dating app after Amon misrepresented his age.
The Crown says Amon engaged in sexual acts with the boy, who told a teacher and triggered police inquiry.
Amon's defense contends he believed the boy was at least 16 and disputes the count of meetings.