Essex man facing charges in child luring case

A 65-year-old Essex man is facing charges following an investigation by the Chatham-Kent Police Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE). Officers with the unit began a probe earlier this month relating to a man luring a child under the age of 18 for a sexual purpose while using social media platforms. A search warrant was executed at the suspect’s home on November 16th, and he was arrested and is being held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Police say the victim has been identified and has been offered the necessary support.

A publication ban prevents police from releasing any further information at this time.