Crime & Safety
Connecticut Man Accused Of Raping Juvenile In Dutchess County
The investigation began last summer after the sheriff's office was alerted to a possible sexual offense involving the man and a minor.
DUTCHESS COUNTY, NY — A Connecticut man was arrested after being accused of having inappropriate sexual contact with a minor in Dutchess County.
The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office said Friday that Antonio K. Scott, 19, of Sharon, Connecticut, was arrested and charged Wednesday with second-degree rape, a felony.
Authorities said the investigation began in the summer after the sheriff’s office was alerted to a possible sexual offense involving Scott and a juvenile.
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Scott was sent to the Dutchess County Jail, according to law enforcement.
If anyone has information about this case or similar incidents involving Scott, they are urged to contact Detective Sistarenik at 845-486-3820 or bsistarenik@dutchessny.gov. The sheriff’s office can also be contacted via the tipline at 845-605-CLUE (2583) or dcsotips@gmail.com. All information will be kept confidential.
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