Sex abuse suspect continues to be treated for cancer

Jayson Jacoby, Baker City Herald, Ore.
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May 19—A Baker County man accused of sexually abusing a child about four years ago continues to be treated for cancer and remains unable to stand trial.

Bill David Gonyer, 76, is being treated at a hospital in the Portland area, Baker County District Attorney Greg Baxter said.

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