A former Scout leader and school teacher is facing numerous sexual assault charges involving young boys.

In a news release, Toronto police said the alleged victims were between the ages of 11 and 15. The assaults allegedly took place between 1965 and 1979.

On Friday, police arrested Norman Neil McLeod, 71, and charged him with 11 counts of indecent assault on a male, eight counts of gross indecency and assault.

None of the allegations against him have been proven in court.

Police are asking anyone with information to call 416-808-2200, or Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477).