A Waterville man has been arrested on sexual abuse charges by the Oneida County Child Advocacy Center.

Investigators say 54-year old David Ireland is accused of having sexual contact with several girls under the age of 11.  He was charged with one count of criminal sexual act.

Ireland is being held in the Oneida County jail without bail.

The investigation is continuing and more charges are pending.

All the victims have been offered counseling through the Child Advocacy Center.

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