Pennsylvania police officer, Steven Kyle Cugini has been arrested for rape and aggravated indecent assault of a 13-month-old child.
Reports of severe bruising of a 13-month-old between April 11 and April 15. This spurred an investigation into the incident in where investigators found that the victim had suffered broken bones, severe bruising, and sexual violence.
Authorities report that the child was admitted to Hershey Medical Center where their injuries were reviewed by the Dauphin County Child Abuse Team and PSP.
According to criminal complaints, the child suffered a broken tibia and fibula on her left leg and other injuries that medical professionals say is evidence of sexual abuse.
Charging documents allege that Cugini first blamed the injuries on diaper rash, a fall and the family dog. After police questioning, he allegedly eventually admitted to police that the injuries occurred while he had been caring for the child alone.
Pennsylvania officer arrested on rape charges involving 13-month-old child, police say
A Pennsylvania police officer has been arrested on charges of rape and aggravated indecent assault of a 13-month-old child.
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