Longtime Cape Breton clown facing sexual assault, exploitation charges
SYDNEY, N.S. — A man who performs as “Klutzy” the clown in Cape Breton has been charged with sexual assault, sexual exploitation and sexual interference.
Cape Breton Regional Police say the charges were laid against 51-year-old Dale Rancourt of Gabarus after he was arrested on Sunday.
According to his Facebook page, Rancourt has been performing as “Klutzy” the clown in Cape Breton for many years at birthday parties and other children’s events, as well as a variety of charitable fundraising events.
Earlier this year, Rancourt told the Cape Breton Post that he was raising money for children affected by the wildfires in Fort McMurray.