Newburgh Man Takes Plea Deal In Child Rape Case

ORANGE COUNTY, NY — A man who sexually abused a child has agreed to a plea deal that will send him to prison.

Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler announced that 32-year-old Eric Vazquez, of Newburgh, pled guilty Thursday to rape in the first degree and criminal sexual act in the first degree. It is expected that he will be sentenced to 15 years in state prison with 10 years of post-release supervision when he is sentenced on June 12. As part of the sentence, Vazquez will also be registered as a sex offender under the New York Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA).

Vasquez admitted in court that he engaged in sexual intercourse with someone who was less than thirteen years old. He also admitted that he engaged in oral sexual conduct with someone who was less than thirteen years old.

Hoovler thanked the Orange County Child Abuse Investigation Unit and the New York State Police for their investigation and the arrest of the defendant.

"Children are the most vulnerable of victims," Hoovler said. "It is unspeakable that an adult, in a position of trust, could violate children in this manner. My Office, together with our law enforcement partners will never cease in our pursuit of sexual predators. We will continue to provide support for victims of sexual assault and seek to hold offenders accountable for their actions."

The case is being prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Michael Purcell.

Police said anyone who believes they may have been a victim of Vazquez or knows someone who may have been a victim is asked to call the state police at 845-344-5300. Please reference SJS# 1094563.

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