Passaic County resident Joseph D. Hand, 20, of West Milford, was arrested on sexual misconduct and child endangerment charges in connection with the alleged activity, New York State Police announced on Tuesday, June 2.
According to police, on Monday, June 1, troopers learned of a possible sex offense involving a child at a home in the Dutchess County town of Red Hook.
Investigators determined that Hand allegedly had sexual contact with the 15-year-old victim after meeting on the Snapchat app.
After his arrest, he was arraigned in the Town of Red Hook Court and released under the supervision of probation. He will next appear in court on July 23.
A temporary order of protection was issued on behalf of the victim, police added.
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