Branford doctor charged with sexual assault

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Branford, Conn./WTIC Radio - A Branford pediatrician has been charged with sexual assault.

Under arrest is Dr. Michael Sheehan.

Detectives says in late June, Sheehan allegedly assaulted a 20-year-old female during a scheduled medical exam.

Sheehan has worked at Branford Pediatric and Adolescents since 2008.

He's being charged with second-degree sexual assault and is free on $100,000 and is due in court in New Haven August 1.

Police say the case is still under investigation.

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