Crime & Safety

Howell Man Indicted After Alleged Sexual Assault in Freehold

Man faces three charges including sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child.

A Monmouth County grand jury voted to indict a Howell man after he allegedly sexually assaulted a child while in Freehold Borough.

Earlier this year, by after he allegedly had sexual intercourse with a 12-year-old child.

Following his arrest, an indictment was handed down by a grand jury on Friday, Sept. 7. Riker was charged with sexual assault and two counts of endangering the welfare of a child.

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According to the indictment, Riker had assumed responsibility of the child during the time of the incident. His alleged action classifies the child as an abused or neglected child.

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