St. Thomas police headquarters on Caso Crossing. (File photo by Miranda Chant, Blackburn News)St. Thomas police headquarters on Caso Crossing. (File photo by Miranda Chant, Blackburn News)
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Man charged with sexually assaulting grandchild

A St. Thomas man is facing charges for allegedly sexually assaulting his 14-year-old grandchild.

St. Thomas police arrested the 68-year-old man on Wednesday after the teen disclosed the assault.

He is now charged with one count of sexual assault and was released from custody with a future court date.

Police are not releasing the man's name in order to protect the identity of the 14-year-old.

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