(KAIR)--An Atchison teenager is facing sex crimes-related charges following his arrest this week, stemming from an investigation conducted by Atchison Police.

Atchison Police Chief Mike Wilson, in a report, said the 17-year-old boy was arrested Wednesday afternoon for aggravated indecent liberties with a child.

Wilson said the investigation was launched May 4, focusing “on an incident that occurred at a residence on May 3 involving a female child.

Following the teen’s arrest, he was transported to a juvenile detention facility.

According to Wilson, the victim was a 4-year-old child.

The accused is identified as an acquaintance of the victim’s family.