FemalGroup Home staffer charged with sexual assault and sexual interference in Oshawa

A 30-year-old Clarington woman is facing multiple charges following an investigation into alleged sexual offences involving a youth at a group home in Oshawa.

According to Durham Regional Police, investigators with the Special Victims Unit launched an investigation in February 2026 after receiving reports that a female staff member had allegedly sexually assaulted a 13-year-old male resident on several occasions.

Police allege the incidents occurred between September 2025 and January 2026 and that the accused engaged the youth in an inappropriate sexual relationship during that period.

Investigators concluded the investigation on June 24, 2026, and arrested the suspect without incident.

Shari Shoshana McGregor, 30, of Clarington, has been charged with sexual assault, sexual interference and invitation to sexual touching.

She was released on an undertaking pending a future court appearance.

Investigators believe there may be additional victims and have released the accused's photograph as part of the investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident or similar occurrences is asked to contact Detective Constable Brown of the Durham Regional Police Special Victims Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5318.

Anonymous tips can also be provided through Durham Regional Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) .