Novato Man Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Preteen He Met Online

NOVATO, CA — A Novato man is accused of multiple sex crimes after police allege he sexually assaulted a preteen he met on social media.

According to police, the family of a 12-year-old contacted authorities to report their child was "in a relationship" with a 20-year-old man. Investigators quickly identified the suspect as Kevin Danillo Sajche-Tecum. Police allege Sajche-Tecum initiated contact on social media and set up a meeting at the park, then sexually assaulted the victim.

Detectives visited his home on Green Oak Drive on Tuesday afternoon and placed him under arrest. Police allege a search of Sajche-Tecum's phone also revealed child sexual abuse material.

He was taken to the Marin County Jail and booked on suspicion of multiple crimes, including lewd acts with a child under 14, soliciting a minor with intent to commit sex acts, possession of child pornography and violating probation.

According to jail records, Sajche-Tecum remained jailed Wednesday in lieu of a $100,000 bond.

"The Novato Police Department investigates sexual assault crimes, especially those against children, to the fullest extent," the department said Wednesday. "We would like to thank the witnesses and victim of this case for their cooperation and assistance."