Tattoo artist faces multiple sexual assault charges

A Cold Lake tattoo artist is facing charges after an RCMP investigation into allegations he had sexually assaulted several clients over a number of years.

According to a news release, Cold Lake RCMP started an investigation on May 20 after receiving allegations that a local tattoo artist has sexually assaulted numerous clients while tattooing them between 2015 and this year.

Dale Amos, 66, a resident of Cold Lake, was arrested on May 24, said Mounties, adding he is facing multiple charges including, six counts of sexual assault with a weapon, two counts of sexual assault, and one count of assault with a weapon.

After a judicial release hearing, Amos was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in Alberta court of justice in Cold Lake on June 14.

Officers are encouraging anyone with information to contact Cold Lake RCMP at 780-594-3302. If you would like to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).