Man reportedly used Snapchat to lure young girls, Roswell police say

The Brief

  • Roswell police say 21-year-old Lorenzo Abarca targeted teens on Snapchat.
  • He faces charges including sexual exploitation and providing drugs, alcohol.
  • Investigators believe there may be additional victims and urge tips.

ROSWELL, Ga. A 21-year-old Ellenwood man is behind bars facing multiple child exploitation charges after Roswell police say he used social media to target teenagers.

What we know:

Police identified the suspect as Lorenzo Abarca, who is charged with obscene internet contact, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, and sexual exploitation of a minor. Investigators said Abarca connected with at least five victims on Snapchat before sexually exploiting them online. Some of the victims were also abused in person, according to authorities.

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