Police Arrest Man on Sexual Charges Involving Children | News

LAS VEGAS -- A 27-year-old California man is facing kidnapping and sexual charges in Las Vegas.

Police allege Diondre Phifer lured two young children to an apartment where he exposed himself and touched one of the children. Phifer was confronted by a parent and fled.

Phifer was arrested Wednesday at an apartment near Tropicana Avenue and Koval Lane. The alleged incident occurred June 20, 2012. Metro said numerous tips from the community were instrumental in identifying the suspect and locating him.

Phifer is charged with kidnapping, lewdness with a minor under 14, battery and intent to commit sexual assault and sexual assault of a victim under 14.