Depraved SOB

As a result of an accident, a 12-year-old girl was admitted to The Hospital For Sick Children, suffering from a broken back and neck.

It is alleged that:

- in August 2005, family members of the child were at the hospital when a man approached them,

- the man identified himself as a former NHL player who was collecting money on behalf of children,

- he told the family that he could have his photograph taken with the girl for a sum of money,

- he also promised to provide them with mementos from the NHL and arrange to have the girl attend hockey games,

- believing that he was a former NHL player, photographs of the man were taken with the child and a sum of money was given to him.

It has been confirmed that the man has never played in the NHL. It is believed that other people were approached by this man.

Christopher John Richer, 39, of no fixed address, is wanted on allegations of fraud.

The public is asked not to approach him as he has a history of violence.