Hamilton cops accuse man, 24, of sex assault and child luring

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Incidents that were investigated are alleged to have occurred between 2024 and 2026, police say

Published Jul 10, 2026 • Last updated 17 minutes ago • 1 minute read

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A 24-year-old man has been arrested and charged with sexual assault and child luring in Hamilton as investigators believe he used social media to meet young people.

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Hamilton Police said, following an investigation by its Sex Crimes Unit, the man was arrested on Friday.

Joshua King McRea was charged with the offences sexual assault, sexual interference, and luring a child under the age of 16.

Police did not identify which social media platforms the accused allegedly used to contact the minors.

The accused is described as Black, approximately 5-foot-8 tall and weighing 132 pounds with a thin build and black hair.

“Police recognize that some individuals may not realize they have been the victim of a criminal offence,” police said in a statement. “Anyone who had online contact with the accused while under the age of consent, including those who shared images or communicated with him, is encouraged to contact the Hamilton Police Service Sex Crimes Unit.”

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Alleged offences date back to 2024

According to police, the incidents that were investigated are alleged to have occurred between 2024 and 2026.

“Investigators believe there may be additional victims and encourage anyone with information related to this investigation to come forward,” police said.

Police ask anyone with information that they believe could assist them in this investigation to contact Det. Ian Chan of the Sex Crimes Unit at 905-546-8958 or the Sex Crimes Unit non-emergency line at 905-540-5553.

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