A former foster carer has been charged following an investigation into the alleged indecent assaults of a girl in the Newcastle area.
Last month, detectives from the Child Abuse and Sex Crimes Squad commenced an investigation following reports a young girl had been indecently assaulted by a man while she was in his care.
Following extensive investigations, detectives arrested a 42-year-old man at a home on the Central Coast just before 8am on Wednesday, February 19.
He was taken to Wyong Police Station and charged with four counts of aggravated indecent assault - victim under authority of offender and commit act of indecency with person under 16 years.
Police will allege in court that the man indecently assaulted the girl - then 9 years old - on several occasions while she was in his care in 2017.
The man was refused bail to appear at Wyong Local Court on February 19, where he was formally refused bail to re-appear at Newcastle Local Court on Wednesday.
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.
Anyone with concerns about suspected child abuse or exploitation should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online
