Police: Alleged Sex Assault at Rec Center

PHOTO of Moussa El-Haddad courtesy of Fairfax County Police

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A 71-year-old man was charged with three counts of aggravated sexual battery and one count of indecent liberties after reportedly assaulting a 10-year-old boy in a recreation center shower stall, Fairfax County Police said Tuesday.

Moussa El-Haddad, 2801 Madison Meadows Lane, Oakton, was arrested at his home on Monday at around 6 p.m., police said. He was transported to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center where he is being held without bond, according to police.

Police were called to the Oak Marr Recreation Center at around 12:50 p.m. Saturday after an employee noticed suspicious behavior in the men’s locker room area of the facility, police said.

Police responded to the scene and began an investigation, working jointly with recreation center personnel, police said. A suspect was quickly identified and subsequently arrested, police said.

Detectives ask that anyone with information regarding this incident to contact them.

The Fairfax County Park Authority and Police Department encourage parents/guardians to report any conduct that makes you or your child uncomfortable. Discuss this issue with your child and remind them about the basic tenets of personal safety. For information regarding the Park Authority call the Park Authority Public Information Office at 703-324-8662.

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