Sexual assault charges laid against Edmonton man targeting minors online

Edmonton police arrested a 30-year-old man Tuesday on charges of sexual assault, sexual interference, and administering a noxious substance to a minor.

According to police, Brian Brook Kaskamin allegedly targeted minors through a gay dating and hookup mobile app and hosted vulnerable youth from the community at his house in northeast Edmonton. He is accused of drugging at least one victim.

Kaskamin was released under court-ordered conditions prohibiting contact with anyone under 16 years of age. Police believe there may be other victims and are asking anyone with information to contact Edmonton Police at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.

The allegations have not been tested in court.