A Winnipeg man is facing charges after a youth reported he was sexually assaulted by a juvenile counselor while incarcerated.

Winnipeg police say the youth reported the sexual assault in November 2023.

Investigators say the youth was incarcerated in a custody facility in Manitoba between 2022 and 2023.

While in custody, police say the youth formed a relationship with a juvenile counselor. During this time, he allegedly gave her extra canteen items and sexually assaulted her in exchange.

A 51-year-old Winnipeg man was charged Tuesday with sexual assault, sexual exploitation and obtaining sexual services from a person under the age of 18.

He was released on conditions prohibiting access to anyone under the age of 18, as provided for in the Criminal Code.

None of the charges have been tested in court.