A hearing is set to take place today in the Brampton, Ontario court regarding the case of billionaire businessman Frank Stronach, who is facing multiple allegations of sexual assault involving ten complainants.
Frank Stronach, 91, was initially charged last month with five sex-related offences involving three complainants. Subsequently, eight additional charges were brought against him, involving seven more complainants. The charges against Stronach include rape, attempted rape, indecent assault, forcible confinement, and sexual assault, with alleged incidents spanning from 1977 to as recently as this year.
Stronach’s lawyer, Brian Greenspan, has publicly stated that his client denies all allegations and intends to vigorously defend his reputation. In a statement issued last Friday, Greenspan emphasized that Stronach remains presumptively innocent and will respond to the allegations in court.
Frank Stronach is known for his significant contributions to the business world. He founded Magna International, an auto parts giant, in his garage in 1957, growing it into one of Canada’s largest companies. Additionally, Stronach established The Stronach Group, specializing in horse racing, and Stronach International in 2018, focusing on organic foods and micro-electric mobility.
After resigning as Magna’s chairman in 2011, Stronach went on to found his own political party in Austria, his home country, the following year.
The court proceedings today mark a critical moment in this high-profile case, as the legal process begins to address the serious charges brought against Stronach.