Timmins councillor faces new charge

ATimmins city councillor accused of corruption charge is now facing an additional charge.

It is alleged a man approached a business in Timmins on Aug. 25 and solicited a sales transaction that would benefit him personally in exchange for his assistance as a member of council.

Last month, Sault Ste. Marie police arrested 54-year-old Richard Dubeau of Timmins and charged him with one count of corruption of a municipal official.

Timmins police said Thursday a review of the incident has resulted in Dubeau being charged with breach of trust by a public officer.