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Massage therapist arrested for allegedly assaulting a client

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- A man faces charges after a woman claimed he sexually assaulted her during a massage.

On May 25, Colorado Springs police received reports of a sexual assault. The victim told police she was sexually assaulted by her massage therapist. Police say the assault happened at the suspect's home/business at 735 North Walnut Street.

The suspect, identified as 54-year-old Raymond Welling, was arrested Wednesday for the charge of Sexual Assault-Fake Medical Exam, which is a class 3 felony.

Detectives with CSPD believe unreported sexual assaults may have occurred with additional clients. According to CSPD, Welling claims to have a certification in a process referred to as ROLFING, however, he is not a licensed massage therapist.

Police ask anyone who's been in contact with Welling and have concerns to call the Colorado Springs Police Department at (719)-444-7000. To remain anonymous, call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at (719)-634-7876 or (800)-222-8477.

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