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Fashion Mogul Peter Nygard Faces Sexual Assault Charges in Canada and Abroad

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Peter Nygard faces sexual assault charges in Canada
FILE - Peter Nygard attends the 24th Night of 100 Stars Oscars Viewing Gala on March 2, 2014, in Beverly Hills, Calif. Former Canadian fashion mogul Nygard pleaded not guilty Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, to all charges against him in his Toronto sexual assault case, as jury selection for his trial got underway. (Photo by Annie I. Bang /Invision/AP, File)

Overview

  • Nygard pleaded not guilty to six counts of sexual assault in Toronto, with alleged incidents occurring between 1987-2005.
  • The disgraced designer also faces charges of sex trafficking and racketeering in the U.S. and Bahamas.
  • Dozens of women have accused Nygard of sexual misconduct spanning four decades.
  • Lawsuits allege Nygard used his wealth and company resources to target victims, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
  • The trial in Toronto marks the latest legal battle for the fallen fashion tycoon accused of abusing women globally.