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St. Thomas teen facing sexual assault charges

A St. Thomas teen is facing sexual assault charges following an investigation by local police.

The 15-year-old was recently arrested. However, no details, including when the investigation began, have been made public. St. Thomas police said they are currently unable to release specific information related to the case.

The teen, who cannot be named because of his age, is charged with one count of invitation to sexual touching, one count of sexual assault, one count of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, one count of assault, and two counts of breach of release conditions.

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