Convicted Rapist Flees Toronto Before Sentencing

Moazzam Tariq, the man found guilty of sexual assault in a 2015 incident in Toronto, has apparently fled the province before sentencing, 680 News reported.

Only Tariq didn't show up to court today for sentencing and Robitaille reported that she has been unable to get in touch with her client.

Tariq's father claims he had to travel to Vancouver for business and removed himself as his son's surety a week before the hearing. He claims Tariq has ceased contact with him.

"Mr. Tariq has actively chosen not to come to court to avoid his sentence, he has absconded," said the judge.

His sentencing hearing has been rescheduled for December 19 should he return or is otherwise arrested.

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