A 55-year-old disability carer in Adelaide has been arrested and charged with sexually assaulting a woman under his care, in what police describe as a serious breach of trust. The man, who worked for an NDIS-registered agency, allegedly exploited a woman with a cognitive impairment in the western suburbs of Adelaide.
Arrest and charges
Detectives arrested the man on Tuesday, alleging he assaulted the woman while performing his duties as a carer at Glenelg. Police stated that the victim is a woman with a disability and that the allegations represent a significant violation of the trust placed in care workers.
The accused has since been terminated from his employment. The service he worked for is an NDIS-registered agency, which provides support to people with disabilities under the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Legal proceedings
The man has been charged with sexual exploitation of a person with cognitive impairment. He was granted bail and is scheduled to appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on July 8. Police have indicated that the investigation remains active and are urging anyone with additional information to come forward.
Authorities have not released further details about the alleged assault, but they have emphasized the importance of protecting vulnerable individuals in care settings. The case highlights the need for rigorous oversight and accountability within the disability support sector.
