RCMP release:
Cumberland County District RCMP has charged a doctor with sexual assault. Investigators believe there may be additional victims.
In May, Cumberland County District RCMP received a report of a sexual assault involving a doctor at Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre (CRHCC) in Upper Nappan. Investigators learned that the assault took place in January 2025 during an assessment at the CRHCC emergency room.
On August 14, officers safely arrested Sanjeev Sirpal and charged him with Sexual Assault. He was released on conditions pending a first court appearance scheduled for November 15 at Amherst Provincial Court.
Police believe there may be additional victims in Nova Scotia or other places that Sirpal has practiced. Investigators are aware that he was previously employed in Quebec and Nova Scotia and is now in New Brunswick. Cumberland County District RCMP is reaching out to offer support and encourage anyone who may be a survivor to come forward by contacting your local police. Victims can contact police and discuss an incident before making a decision to further participate in the investigation and court process. Cumberland County District RCMP can be contacted at 902-667-3859.