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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Teen sexually assaulted at library

A man is facing charges after a girl was sexually assaulted at the St. Thomas Library.

St. Thomas police said it happened last week and a suspect was arrested Tuesday. According to police, a 19-year-old man was at the library with a 14-year-old female friend.

It's alleged the man made several sexual advances toward her, which she declined. She told a parent about it and the parent called police.

After an investigation, the 19-year-old was arrested and charged with sexual assault. His name has not been released.

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