Laurent Bélanger was arrested on July 2 by investigators from the Laval Police Department’s Sex Crimes Unit.
According to the SPL, the suspect used social networks to approach and initiate conversations with underage teenage girls over the past year.
“Once trust was established, the suspect would have arranged meetings with the victims, during which he would have engaged in sexual contact,” the SPL notes, adding that investigators have counted victims in several cities across Quebec.
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The SPL arrested Laurent Bélanger, 21, in connection with allegations of sexual assault. He may be responsible for other minor victims.
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Laurent Belanger appeared in court to face charges of luring a child, sexual interference, solicitation of sexual intercourse and sexual assault.
He was released with conditions following his appearance. His case comes up for hearing again on August 26.
Anyone affected by Laurent Bélanger disease is urged to contact us in complete confidentiality at our information line at 450 662-INFO (4636) or 911 quoting file RSL-230606-032.
