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A 61-year-old Latham man has been charged with allegedly grooming a teenage boy.
In 2022, the Latham man allegedly contacted the teen and continued contact with the boy between 2022 and 2024.
In September (2025) the boy made a statement to police, and an investigation was commenced.
Last night (Wednesday, 8 October 2025) the 61-year-old man was arrested and charged with one count of grooming a young person. Search warrants were also executed at the man’s home and on his vehicle with electronic devices seized for digital examination.
He is expected to face the ACT Magistrates Court today (Thursday, 9 October 2025).
If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, you can report to police by attending a police station or calling 131444.
You can also submit an online report for historical sexual assault for incidents that occurred more than six months ago.
Note: The original version of this media release has been edited to meet court ordered directions.