Man Accused Of Rape, Sexual Abuse Of Underage Girls In Maryland: Police

Police in Montgomery County are concerned there may be more potential victims following the recent arrest of a Damascus man who was accused of the rape and sexual abuse of multiple underage girls.

Ariel Portillo
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Zak Failla

11/14/2024 11:31 a.m.

Irvin Ariel Portillo, 28, was charged following an investigation after being tipped off late last month about a possible rape involving a minor.

On Tuesday, Oct. 29, the Montgomery County Department of Police launched an investigation into the alleged rape of a teenage girl by Portillo, and during the probe, two other underage victims were identified.

According to police, on Friday, Nov. 8, Portillo was taken into custody and charged with second-degree rape, and third-degree sexual offense. He was held at the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit without bond.

Anyone who may have been a victim of Portillo has been asked to contact the department's Special Victims Investigation Division by calling (240) 773-5400.

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