After the arrest of a prominent dancer and choreographer, White Rock RCMP is asking anyone with information related to alleged historical sexual offences involving female dance students to come forward.
In 2021, White Rock RCMP received a report of a historical sexual assault involving a dance teacher and student at a local dance studio in White Rock; the General Investigation Section took conduct of the investigation.
As the investigation progressed, additional victims were identified, all of whom were youths at the time of the alleged offences, an RCMP release noted. Investigators submitted a report to Crown Counsel to the BC Prosecution Service for charge assessment.
Charges against Nigel Brock Jellison, 45, were laid earlier this year, on Feb. 12, by the BC Prosecution Service, and a Canada‑wide warrant was issued for his arrest.
Jellison, commonly known as Brock Jellison, faces five counts of sexual assault and one count of sexual exploitation related to alleged offences involving four victims between 2006 and 2011.
Jelison, who was the lead tap choreographer for the 2010 Olympic opening ceremonies, was arrested on April 15 in Magrath, Alta. by White Rock RCMP, with the assistance of the Raymond/Magrath RCMP.
He was processed and subsequently released on conditions while awaiting his next court appearance.
The alleged offences occurred while Jellison was teaching at a local dance studio in White Rock, but investigators are aware that he has also been associated with other dance studios, the release said, adding that, based on the investigation, it is believed that Jellison was teaching in Alberta more recently.
“We believe there may be people within our community who were taught by Brock Jellison or attended the local dance studio who have information and have not yet spoken with police,” said White Rock RCMP detachment commander Staff Sgt. Rob Dixon.
“We are asking anyone with information to contact the White Rock RCMP at 778‑545‑4800.”