Crime & Safety

New Milford Man Charged With Sexual Assault Of A Minor

The child sexual assault investigation began following a complaint made on March 30 to the New Milford Police Department.

Daniel Restitute Valerio, 51, of New Milford,  has been charged with fourth degree sexual assault; and injury, or risk of injury to, or impairing the morals of children.
Daniel Restitute Valerio, 51, of New Milford, has been charged with fourth degree sexual assault; and injury, or risk of injury to, or impairing the morals of children. (New Milford Police Department)

NEW MILFORD, CT — An investigation into a sexual assault case by the New Milford Police Department has led to an arrest and charges.

The investigation began following a complaint made regarding a sexual assault of a minor that occurred on March 30, 2024.

On May 3, Daniel Restitute Valerio, 51, of New Milford, was arrested by warrant at the New Milford Police headquarters.

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Valerio has been charged with fourth degree sexual assault; and injury, or risk of injury to, or impairing the morals of children. Police released Valerio on a court set $35,000 bond and scheduled him to appear in Torrington Superior Court on May 3.

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