(WMTV) A 40-year-old man who openly shared his experiences of coming to Wausau from Afghanistan as part of the refugee resettlement project has been arrested following an investigation in[to] sexual assault.
Police are recommending Matiullah Matie be charged with fourth-degree sexual assault.
On Wednesday, Feb. 2, Wausau Police said a victim reported she was assaulted by Matie while in a vehicle on Wausau’s northeast side. The victim was identified as an acquaintance and was assisting Matie and his family in refugee resettlement.
As a result of the investigation, Matie was arrested Monday morning. He was released on a signature bond.
