Corozal Stepfather Accused of Raping 12-Year-Old

Authorities in Corozal Town are investigating a disturbing report of sexual assault involving a twelve-year-old girl. The child told police that her stepfather assaulted her in 2019 and again earlier this year. Police have since detained the accused man, but no charges have been filed yet as the investigation continues.

 

ASP Stacy Smith, Staff Officer

“Corozal Police are currently investigating a report of rape of a child, which relates to a twelve-year-old female minor. The female minor along with her mother visited the Corozal Police Station on twenty-ninth May and reported that here stepfather had sexual intercourse with her in 2019 and 2025. A medical examination was conducted on the female minor where it was confirmed that she had been carnally known. Polic investigation continue whereby statements are being obtained from people who police believe would aid in this investigation.”

 

Paul Lopez

“Has the stepfather been detained as yet.”

 

ASP Stacy Smith

“As a part of the investigation process, but charges levied as yet.”