Essex County Jury Convicts Man Of Sexually Assaulting Minor For Years – New Jersey News Network

The sexual assault began when the girl was 12 and continued until she was 16 years old. It took place in various locations, including the Belleville McDonald’s parking lot. When the defendant learned he was wanted, he fled to Tampa, Fla., where he tried unsuccessfully to commit suicide. He was subsequently returned to New Jersey on March 25, 2015 to face charges.