Child Abuse Squad detectives have charged a 23-year-old man over alleged sexual offences against several children whilst employed as a baby-sitter. It is alleged that the man advertised his services through an on-line babysitting service.
It is alleged between June and August 2021, the man indecently dealt with three children aged between 4 and 10. It is further alleged in August 2021, whilst baby-sitting a child under 12 months, the man sexually assaulted and took a series of photographs and videos of the child.
Child Abuse Squad detectives executed a search warrant on the man's Bennett Springs home on Sunday 22 August 2021, and it is alleged they located and seized a quantity of child exploitation material as well as a number of Gel blasters and edged weapons.
The 23-year-old man from Bennett Springs has been refused bail and is next due to appear before the Perth Magistrates Court on 20 September 2021, charged with:-
• One count of Sexual Penetration of a Child under 13 years;
• Five counts of Indecently Dealing with a Child under 13 years;
• Two Counts of Possessing Child Exploitation Material;
• One count of Producing Child Exploitation Material:
• Three counts of Possess Prohibited Weapon; and
• Two counts of Possess Controlled Weapon.
Investigating officers urge anyone with information relating to this matter, or any similar incidents, to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au
If you are or have been a victim of sexual abuse, or if you have information about someone being abused, please contact police on 131 444.
