In a significant development reported by the Queensland Police Service, a 35-year-old man from Meridan Plains has been formally charged with rape and contravening an order regarding access to electronically stored information. The arrest followed a detailed investigation by detectives from the Caloundra Criminal Investigation Branch.

According to police reports, the accused allegedly used a dating app to connect with a woman, misrepresenting his age in the process. The conversations, which took place between February 15 and 20, led to a physical meeting at the woman’s Nirimba residence on February 21, where the sexual assault occurred.

The suspect was scheduled to appear before the Caloundra Magistrates Court on March 6. As investigations continue, authorities believe there might be additional victims or witnesses with relevant information about this incident or related cases. The Queensland Police are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist by contacting Policelink or reporting anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges and dangers associated with online interactions. The Queensland Police have provided reference number QP2600382328 for those who might have information related to the case.