The co-owner of an Airdrie massage business has been charged with sexual assault following an investigation by Airdrie RCMP.  

60-year-old Upendra Bhatt of Calgary, the co-owner of Blossoms Massage and Spa is facing the charges.  The association that Bhatt is a member of, Natural Health Practitioners of Canada, has also initiated their own investigation and have suspended his membership.

The Airdrie RCMP launched their investigation on September 22nd, 2018 into the allegations of sexual assault.  The victim alleges that she went to the business for a massage and during treatment was touched in a sexual manner.

Bhatt's next court appearance has been set for January 24th, 2019 in Airdrie Provincial Court.

Airdrie RCMP are asking anyone with information about this incident to get in touch with them at 403 945-7200. 

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