Detectives from Box Hill Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team have arrested and charged a man following an alleged incident in Blackburn South.
Police have been told a man approached a 14-year-old girl on Eley Road about 4pm on 1 August.
It is alleged the man offered the girl a quantity of cash to engage in a sexual act.
The girl left the area and reported the matter to police.
Detectives attended the same location today and arrested a 29-year-old Blackburn South man.
He has been charged with encouraging a child under 16 to engage in sexual activity and was bailed to appear at Ringwood Magistrates' Court on 24 January 2024.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with further information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
