Document: Canadian businessman Frank Stronach charged with sexual abuse of three plaintiffs

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Magna Chairman Frank Stronach speaks at his final annual general meeting on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 in Markham, Ontario. A court document states that Canadian businessman and billionaire Stronach is accused of sexually harassing three different female plaintiffs. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

A court document reveals that Canadian businessman and billionaire Frank Stronach is accused of sexually harassing three different plaintiffs.

The document outlining the charges against the 91-year-old says the alleged incidents took place in 1980, 1986 and last year.

Police said last week that Stronach had been charged with rape, sexual assault of a woman, false imprisonment and two counts of sexual assault, but gave few details of the allegations.

Defense attorney Brian Greenspan said he represents Stronach and his client “categorically denies the allegations of inappropriate conduct made against him.”

Stronach is the founder and former chairman of auto parts maker Magna International. A company spokesman said last week that Stronach gave up control of the company more than a decade ago and is no longer associated with it.

Police said Stronach was released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in court in Brampton on July 8.

Stronach was arrested on June 7 and charged with rape, sexual assault of a woman, two counts of sexual assault and false imprisonment.

Police are asking citizens to come forward if they have relevant information about this case. Anyone with information can call the Special Victims Unit at 905-453-2121, extension 3460. Tips can also be submitted anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or going online to www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.

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