Auburn, NY (May 10, 2019) – According to the Auburn Police Department, a convicted drug dealer in Cayuga County who is currently serving a prison sentence has been arrested on new charges of child sex abuse. 35-year-old Saleem Tariq Spencer, of Auburn, who is incarcerated at Collins Correctional Facility, is now facing charges of first-degree sexual abuse, as well as second-degree sexual conduct against a child.
Police announced the new charges against Spencer on Thursday, May 9th, following an investigation into allegations of child sex abuse. According to authorities, Spencer forced a child under the age of 13 to engage in various sexual acts with him on at least two different occasions in 2014 and 2015.
Police transported Spencer to Auburn for arrest processing, where he was arraigned and then taken back to Collins Correctional Facility in Erie County. No further details concerning the new charges against Spencer have been provided.
Sexual Abuse in New York
We wish to express our most heartfelt sympathies to the victim as we can only hope that they have been able to begin physically, emotionally, and mentally recovering from their abuse. It is important for child victims to know that the recently drafted New York Child Victim’s Act allows more time before taking any legal action. At Hach & Rose, we are inflexible about holding those who commit such monstrous sexual offenses liable for their despicable actions. We firmly believe that each and every victim deserves the most compassionate and understanding representation possible.
Sexual abuse in New York tragically occurs all-too-often, and we are devoted to helping the victims of such atrocious behavior. Our sympathetic attorneys recognize the severe trauma that so many victims have been forced to endure, and we are here for you 24/7 to answer any questions you may have at this time. If you or a loved one has been the victim of sexual abuse in New York, please do not hesitate to call us at 212-779-0057 today.
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