Yuma Marine arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY)- The Yuma Police Department said a 19-year-old man is now behind bars after allegedly having sexual relations with a 13-year-old girl.
The Yuma Police Department said officers responded to the report in the 1600 block of W. 34th Place late Tuesday night.
The 19-year-old was booked into the Yuma County Detention Center on several charges, including sexual conduct with a minor and molestation of a child.
The 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing issued a statement to News 11 saying, "A Yuma based Marine, assigned to 3rd MAW was taken into custody on 22 April by the Yuma Police Department and is currently being held at the Yuma County Detention Center awaiting arraignment. 3rd MAW takes all
allegations of misconduct seriously as such behavior stands in stark contrast of our core values of honor, courage and commitment, and does not reflect the discipline and professionalism displayed by the vast majority of our Marines and Sailors. Those who engage in misconduct are subject to
the Uniform Code of Military Justice and civilian criminal statutes. The Yuma Police Department is still investigating, therefore, it would be
inappropriate to comment further on an ongoing investigation."
This case is still under investigation.
The Yuma Police Department encourages anyone with any information about this case to please call the Yuma Police Department at (928) 373-4700 or 78-Crime at (928) 782-7463 to remain anonymous.
