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London, Ont. man charged in online child exploitation investigation

A 51-year-old Londoner is charged with luring a child to facilitate the offence of sexual assault and luring a child to facilitate the offence of sexual interference. Global News

Ontario Provincial Police’s (OPP) child sexual exploitation unit has arrested and charged a London man.

The arrest is a result of an investigation into online child sexual exploitation.

The 51-year-old Londoner is charged with luring a child to facilitate the offence of sexual assault and luring a child to facilitate the offence of sexual interference.

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According to the OPP, the accused has been released after a bail hearing Wednesday.

The OPP adds that it will continue to aggressively identify and pursue those using technology to exploit children.

It also reminds parents to take a proactive approach to help protect their children online and speak to them about internet safety.

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