Man from Toronto arrested after being accused of luring a girl via Snapchat and sexually assaulting her

Toronto —
Toronto police have charged a man following allegations related to luring a girl through the Snapchat app and sexually assaulting her.

The police said the accused contacted the victim through the app before meeting her later, where he allegedly sexually assaulted her.

Investigations led to the arrest of a man from Toronto and criminal charges against him, including charges related to luring and sexual assault.

The police are treating the case as a sensitive matter involving a minor and the use of a social media platform to communicate with the victim.

The authorities have called on anyone with additional information or who believes there are other victims to contact the investigators.

The case once again highlights the risks associated with luring minors through social media apps, and the need to monitor digital communication of children and teenagers and report any suspicious behavior.