Edmonton suspect faces charges in Vietnam child assault case
Thursday, May 22, 2025, 2:21 pm
Law enforcement in Alberta has arrested a man in connection with a livestreamed sexual assault of a toddler in Vietnam. The allegations, involving a heinous abuse of a child, have sparked outrage and prompted swift international investigative actions.
"This case is a harrowing reminder of the real-world suffering children endure for some people's sexual gratification," acting Sgt. Matthew Pepper said in a statement Thursday.
"This case is a harrowing reminder of the real-world suffering children endure for some people's sexual gratification."
EDMONTON - An Alberta man is facing charges after investigators allege he was involved in the livestreamed sexual assault of a toddler in Vietnam.
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