New Rochelle 19-Year-Old Man Sexually Assaulted 13-Year-Old Girl: NRPD

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New Rochelle 19-Year-Old Man Sexually Assaulted 13-Year-Old Girl: NRPD The adult gave alcohol to the child before the assault, and she was later taken to the hospital for being "highly intoxicated," police said.

NEW ROCHELLE, NY — A 19-year-old New Rochelle man was arrested on Thursday, in connection to the sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl.

Police say the investigation started when the child was taken to the hospital for being highly intoxicated, and then reported that she might have been sexually assaulted.

Detectives said they were able to confirm that a crime had taken place, with the suspect, Joey Valencia, providing alcohol to the child.

On Thursday, while posing as the teenage girl, detectives were able to make contact with Valencia and communicate with him.

During the interaction, the undercover detective reiterated to Valencia that the girl was 13 years old. Despite this, Valencia continued to express interest in meeting up with her again, further implicating himself in the criminal activity, according to police.

Later Thursday evening, detectives arranged to meet with Valencia. When he arrived, police say he was taken into custody without incident.

Valencia was charged with felony second degree rape, felony second degree attempted rape, and misdemeanor endangering the welfare of a child. He is currently being held for arraignment.

The NRPD says the investigation is ongoing, and detectives are working to determine if there are any additional victims.