North Adams man found guilty of raping three-year-old in 2019
Springfield Police SVU arrest man in connection with rape and kidnapping
According to the Berkshire District Attorney's Office, 29-year-old Austin Miller-Robinson, of 333 Walnut Street in North Adams, was convicted on child rape charges in Berkshire Superior Court Wednesday.
The charges, which include Aggravated Rape of a Child with Force and Rape and Abuse of a Child Aggravated by Age Difference, stem from an incident that took place on July 4, 2019, when Miller-Robinson was 23 years old. According to prosecutors,
Aggravated Rape of a Child with Force carries a minimum mandatory sentence of 15 years
Rape and Abuse of a Child Aggravated by Age Difference carries a minumum mandatory sentence of 10 years
'While we are pleased with today's verdict, it brings to light the horrific abuse that exists in the fringes of society. This guilty verdict provides a measure of justice for an innocent child who endured unimaginable harm at the hands of an adult. It is my hope that today begins the process of closure for the victim's family and an opportunity for healing and moving forward,' stated District Attorney Shugrue.
Shugrue also recognized the work of his office's Child Abuse Unit, which led the prosecution.
'I also want to recognize the immense dedication of the Berkshire District Attorney's Office Child Abuse Unit,' he said. 'The prosecution of child abuse day in and day out is incredibly difficult. Their commitment to bringing justice on behalf of their young victims is admirable work that few can handle.'
Sentencing is scheduled for June 11 at Berkshire Superior Court. More details about the sentencing will be released following the hearing.
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