78-year-old man arrested following suspicious person call

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A St. Catharines man is facing charges after a troubling incident involving children at a city park.

Niagara Police say a parent reported an older man had been following children, talking to them and allegedly tried to grab a young child near Russell Avenue and Catherine Street. 

Officers arrested 78-year-old Carmelito Mariano for assault after the man returned to the area. 

Detectives believe there may be other victims and are asking anyone with information to contact police.

(Written by: Brandon Warby)