A man will face court today charged over the alleged ongoing sexual abuse of a girl in Sydney's west.
Detectives from the Child Abuse and Sex Crimes Squad commenced an investigation, following reports a 16-year-old girl had been sexually and indecently assaulted on numerous occasions by a man known to her.
Following extensive inquiries, detectives, with the assistance of the Public Order and Riot Squad, arrested a 25-year-old man at a home in Wilmot yesterday (Thursday 17 April 2019).
A search warrant was executed at the home, where investigators located a replica firearm, a sword, a hunting knife, and several electronic devices.
These items were seized to undergo forensic examination.
The man was taken to Riverstone Police Station, where he was charged with aggravated sexual intercourse with person under 16 years of age, attempted sexual intercourse with person aged 14-16 years, and two counts of grooming child for unlawful sexual activity.
Police will allege in court that the man sexually abused the girl and showed her sexually explicit material on numerous occasions between 2013 and 2018, when the child was aged between 10 and 15.
He was refused bail and is due to appear at Mt Druitt Local Court today (Thursday 18 April 2019).
Investigations are continuing.
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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