Man charged after two violent sexual assaults

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE

Case #: 26-85855, 26-87052

Man charged after two violent sexual assaults

The Windsor Police Service has arrested a 66-year-old man in connection with two violent sexual assaults.

Shortly after 11 p.m. on July 31, 2026, officers responded to a report of a sexual assault in the 1000 block of Goyeau Street. Investigators determined that the victim had accompanied the suspect to his residence, where he became aggressive and violent. The victim was restrained with rope, repeatedly struck with fists and a metal bar, threatened with a knife, robbed, and sexually assaulted multiple times. The suspect also threatened to kill her if she told anyone what had happened. 

The victim was eventually released and attended hospital for treatment before contacting police.

Members of the Windsor Police Service Child Abuse and Sexual Assault (CASA) Unit quickly identified the suspect.

Investigators also linked the suspect to a second incident earlier the same day. In that case, a woman reported that she was riding in an elevator when the suspect entered and touched her inappropriately. The victim was able to push him away. 

On August 4, officers located and arrested Vincent Profetto, 66, at a downtown residence. He has been charged with:

•    Sexual assault (x 2) 

•    Sexual assault with a weapon 

•    Assault with a weapon (x 2) 

•    Forcible confinement 

•    Assault 

•    Robbery 

•    Uttering threats to cause death

Anyone with information is asked to contact CASA at 519-255-6700, ext. 4903. All reports are handled with sensitivity and confidentiality. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 or online at www.catchcrooks.com.If you or someone you know is an affected person in need of support, please contact Victim Services of Windsor and Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Windsor Police Service Victim Assistance Unit at 519-255-6700 ext. 7179.