BEND, OR -- A 50-year-old Bend man is accused of multiple sex crimes involving a child under the age of 16. According to Bend Police, Greg Thoma connected with the child online, committed multiple sex crimes at the victim’s house then continued to communicate with them afterwards.

According to the Secretary of State's business registry, Thoma is the owner of Bits & Pieces Picture Framing, in Bend. He was arrested Saturday at Sawyer Park while officers searched his car, office and home. He's charged with Rape III, three counts of Sodomy III, Sex Abuse II, Sex Abuse III, Online Sexual Corruption of a Child and Luring Minor for Sexual Conduct.