A man who allegedly travelled to the state’s Hunter region and sexually assaulted a teenage girl he met through social media has been charged.
Last month, investigators attached to the Hunter Child Abuse Unit commenced an investigation after receiving reports a 15-year-old girl had been sexually assaulted by a man she met on a social media application.
Police were told that after engaging in conversations, including exchanging images and personal details, the duo made plans to meet in person.
The man then travelled from Sydney’s south-west to the state’s Hunter region and allegedly sexually assaulted the girl, before returning home.
Following extensive inquiries, a 37-year-old man was arrested at Campbelltown about 7am today (Tuesday 8 February 2022).
A search warrant was subsequently executed, where police seized a Nissan X-trail and electronic items, which will undergo further forensic examination.
The man was taken to Campbelltown Police Station and has since been charged with one count of have sexual intercourse with child 14-16 years of age.
He was refused bail to appear at Campbelltown Local Court today (Tuesday 8 February 2022).
The Child Abuse and Sex Crimes Squad is comprised of detectives who are specially trained to investigate matters against children and adults, including sexual assault, serious physical abuse, and extreme cases of neglect.
Anyone with concerns about suspected child abuse or exploitation should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.
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