LaPlace Man Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault of 10-Year-Old Girl
A 19-year-old man from LaPlace, Louisiana, is currently in custody following allegations that he sexually assaulted a 10-year-old girl. Marlon A. Primero-Xitumul was arrested after an investigation by the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Details of the Investigation
The arrest followed a report of sexual assault at a residence located on the 200 block of Persimmon Street in LaPlace. According to the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office, deputies spoke with the victim’s mother, who identified Primero-Xitumul, a relative, as the suspect.
Following the incident, the victim was transported to Manning Family Children’s Hospital in Novel Orleans for a medical evaluation.
Charges and Legal Implications
Marlon A. Primero-Xitumul has been booked on the following charges:
- First-degree rape
- Molestation of a juvenile
Under Louisiana law, first-degree rape is one of the state’s most severe felonies. According to reports from Hoodline, the statute for this offense can call for life imprisonment at hard labor without the benefit of parole, probation, or suspension of sentence. The severity of the charge is increased because the victim is under the age of 13.
Current Custody Status
Primero-Xitumul is being held at the St. John Parish jail (also identified as the Lt. Sherman Walker Correctional Center in LaPlace). His bond has been set at $150,000.
Key Takeaways
- Suspect: Marlon A. Primero-Xitumul, 19.
- Charges: First-degree rape and molestation of a juvenile.
- Victim: A 10-year-old girl.
- Bond: $150,000.
- Jurisdiction: St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office.
How to Assist Investigators
The investigation remains ongoing. The St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office encourages anyone with relevant information to contact their TIPS line at 985-359-TIPS or submit a tip via the department’s official website.
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