WA man charged over abuse of girl in 1990s

A 48-year-old West Australian man has been charged with historical sex offences allegedly committed against a foster child in his care 25 years ago.

Police say the abuse started in 1991 when the girl was eight years old and continued until 1999 in the Wheatbelt region.

The man has been charged with sexual penetration without consent and indecent dealing with a child under 13.