A man has been charged following an investigation into historical sexual abuse of two boys while in his care in the Sydney Metropolitan area.
In July 2016, detectives from the Child Abuse and Sex Crimes Squad commenced an investigation following reports a 15-year-old boy had been sexually abused by a male carer earlier that year.
As part of their inquiries, detectives also spoke with a boy who had reported he was sexually abused by a mentor while in care between 2006 and 2008, when he was aged 11.
Following extensive investigations, detectives arrested an 83-year-old man at a home at Cranebrook on Friday (15 February 2019).
He was taken to Penrith Police Station and charged with procure child under 14 years for pornographic purposes, aggravated indecent assault-victim under the age of 16 years, and sexual intercourse with person under care-aged 16-17.
The man was refused bail and appeared at Penrith Local Court, where he was formally refused bail to re-appear at the same court on Friday 1 March 2019.
The Child Abuse and Sex Crimes Squad is comprised of detectives who are specially trained to investigate matters against children and adults, including sexual assault, serious physical abuse, and extreme cases of neglect.
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