PHOENIX – A man who allegedly sexually assaulted a student at an elementary school in Phoenix has been arrested.
What we know:
The incident happened at around 12:20 p.m. on Nov. 19 at Orangewood Elementary School. According to Phoenix Police, a man got on school grounds and lured a student into a classroom where the alleged assault happened.
“At some point, the student was able to push the man away. He then ran from the scene before officers arrived,” Sgt. Rob Scherer said.
Police say officers located the man who they believed to be the suspect, 25-year-old Abel Kai Gblah, and arrested him. Gblah was booked into jail and is accused of sexual assault and kidnapping.
What they’re saying:
“The Phoenix Police Department recognizes the impact this incident has on the child, the family, and the entire community,” the department said. “We are ensuring the child and the family have access to the full range of support services they may need during this difficult time.”
The Source: The Phoenix Police Department
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