South Jersey Fugitive Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Teen Captured In Chester, PA

A New Jersey fugitive accused of sexually assaulting a minor was captured by law enforcement Monday in Chester, PA, authorities said.

Brandon M. Pelzer
Photo Credit: *City of Chester Police Department*

Nicole Acosta

03/24/2021 3:43 p.m.

An arrest warrant out of Burlington County, NJ was issued for Brandon M. Pelzer, 38, for the sexual assault of a minor between 13 and 16 years old, Chester City police said.

Pelzer was found on the 3100 block of West 3rd Street on Monday by a police officer and was taken into custody for processing, authorities said.

He was arraigned by District Justice Lee C. Grimes, and his bail was set a $250,000 cash.

He was committed to George W. Hill Correctional Facility pending extradition.

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