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Guatemalan man accused of sexually abusing toddler in Norwich
CITY OF NORWICH, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – A Guatemalan man accused of sexually abusing a toddler in the City of Norwich was taken into custody on Thursday.
Following a two-month investigation into allegations of child abuse and sexual abuse, the Norwich Police Department arrested 33-year-old Rolando Antonio at a Norwich residence.
Antonio was charged with Sexual Abuse in the First Degree, a Class D Felony, and Forcible Touching, a Class A Misdemeanor.
According to the investigation, Antonio allegedly sexually abused a 3-year-old child in April.
Chief Reuben Roach says these cases require the involvement of multiple agencies, including the local Child Advocacy Center, the New York State Police Crime Lab for DNA analysis, and interpreters from the New York State Police.
'My heart goes out to the victim and their family. I hope this arrest provides some measure of justice for them,' said Roach.
Rolando was arraigned in Norwich City Court. He is being held on $20,000 bail, with a court appearance scheduled for a later date.
The investigation is ongoing, and further charges are expected.
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Guatemalan man accused of sexually abusing toddler in Norwich
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