At a Glance
- Alex Torres-Lopez, 35, of Bridgeton, is charged with aggravated sexual assault and child endangerment.
- He allegedly met the 12-year-old victim on Snapchat and Roblox before assaulting her multiple times in fall 2025.
- Police say Torres-Lopez also possessed and distributed child sexual abuse material involving the girl.
- Why it matters: The case highlights how predators exploit popular children’s gaming and chat platforms.
A New Jersey man is accused of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl he met through the social-media games Snapchat and Roblox, authorities said.
Alex Torres-Lopez, 35, of Bridgeton, faces multiple charges including aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, and endangering the welfare of a child for allegedly possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material.
How the Abuse Unfolded
On January 5, 2026, Trenton Police alerted the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office that a local girl had been assaulted. Investigators quickly identified Torres-Lopez as the suspect.
According to officials:
- Torres-Lopez first contacted the girl on Snapchat and Roblox.
- During fall 2025, he traveled to Trenton and sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions.
- He coerced the child into sending him pornographic images and videos of herself.
Arrest and Ongoing Investigation
Torres-Lopez was arrested January 7, 2026, at his Bridgeton home. While he remains in custody, detectives continue to gather evidence.
Anyone with information on Torres-Lopez is urged to contact:
- SVU Sergeant Sherika Salmon at 609-960-3119
- Submit an anonymous tip via the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office website
Platform Response
On January 14, Roblox sent a statement to News Of Philadelphia:
> “We are deeply saddened to hear of this troubling incident. We are investigating internally and are committed to working with law enforcement. Roblox has zero tolerance for criminal behavior or child endangerment. Our platform is built with safety at its core, with policies that go beyond many other platforms. We limit chat for younger users, don’t allow user-to-user image sharing, and have filters designed to block the sharing of personal information. While no system is perfect, our commitment to safety never ends, and we continue to evolve and strengthen our protections every day.”
Resources for Victims
Survivors of sexual assault can reach:
- National Sexual Violence Resources Center
- National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline: 800-656-4673
Suspected online child exploitation should be reported to:
- Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit: 609-989-6568
- New Jersey ICAC Task Force tip line: 888-648-6007
