Mississauga man accused of sexually assaulting 'multiple' girls under 16
A Mississauga man is accused of sexually assaulting girls under 16 years old whom he met online over the last nine months.
Peel Regional Police allege the accused communicated with 'multiple' girls through social media between September 2024 and June 2025.
It's alleged the man used the online name '-PoloPapi-' and 'engaged in sexual relations with the victims who were under the age of 16.'
A suspect was subsequently identified and arrested on Wednesday.
Carlos Galeano, 28, is charged with two counts of sexual assault, two counts of sexual interference, and one count each of breach of a probation order and assault.
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Investigators are concerned about the possibility of other alleged victims.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is urged to call the Special Victims at 905-453-2121, ext. 3460, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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