Crime & Safety

Child Sexually Abused At Groveton Home Daycare: Police

Police have charged the alleged abuser and believe there may be other victims.

GROVETON, VA—Fairfax County Police have arrested and charged a man for sexually abusing a child at a home daycare in Groveton.

Police were called to the daycare at 3012 Popkins Lane on Sept. 12 when a mother reported the sexual abuse of her child. Investigations revealed a man at the home sexually abused the child. The victim's age has not been released.

Jose Garcia Urrutia Luna, 54, of Alexandria, is charged with indecent liberties with a child, sodomy and aggravated sexual battery. He is being held without bond.

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Detectives have reason to believe there are additional victims. Anyone who believes the accused man may have had inappropriate contact with their children should call Detective B. Miller at 703-246-7800 or Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131. Anonymous tips can also be sent through Crime Solvers, by texting “TIP187” plus your message to 274637 or by calling 1-866-411-8477.


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