Detectives from the Inala Child Protection and Investigation Unit (CPIU) have charged a man with 30 offences relating to the supply of drugs and sexual offences against a child.
It will be alleged over a nine-month period a man provided methylamphetamine to a 14-year-old girl, who he met online, and committed sexual offences against her.
On May 7, a 40-year-old North Ipswich man was charged with 30 offences, including eight counts each of supply dangerous drugs to minor under 16 and engage in penile intercourse with a child under 16, seven counts of indecent treatment of a child under 16, four counts of making child exploitation material, and one count each of using internet to procure children under 16, supply dangerous drugs and conspiracy to defile.
The man is expected to appear before the Richlands Magistrates Court on May 14.
Officer in Charge of Inala CPIU, Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Joshua Brewer says police are urging anyone with further information or interactions of a similar nature to come forward.
"I commend the victim-survivor for her significant bravery in coming forward and helping police hold the alleged perpetrator to account."
"If there is anyone else out there who has experienced offending of this nature, I want to reassure you that what has happened to you is not your fault and you are not alone."
"We are here, ready to listen to any victim-survivor. Our officers can help connect you to support services."
"Offences of this nature are reprehensible, and the Service is committed to pursuing all investigative avenues to protect victim-survivors and hold offenders to account."
Investigations are ongoing and police are providing support to the victim-survivor.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
Quote this reference number: QP2401989319
If you've experienced sexual assault, it is not your fault and you are not alone. There are multiple ways to report what has happened to you depending on your situation.
If there's an immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000). You can also report online via: https://forms.police.qld.gov.au/launch/SexualAssault, over the phone or face to face at a police station.
There are also Alternative Reporting Options available depending on your situation.
For confidential information, counselling and support, call the State-wide Sexual Assault Helpline on 1800 010 120 or 1800 RESPECT for 24-hour help.
