Paterson Man Convicted Of Sexually Assaulting 10-Year-Old For Two Years: Prosecutor

A 54-year-old Paterson man was convicted on Monday, Dec. 2 of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old, authorities said.

Cirilo Tello
Photo Credit: *Passaic County Prosecutor's Office*

12/03/2024 11:40 a.m.

Cirilo Tello sexually abused the child on multiple occasions between October 2020 and October 2022 at a residence in Paterson, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes said. The victim's brother was present during the assaults, Valdes said.

A jury convicted Tello of two counts of sexual assault and two counts of endangering the welfare of a child, Valdes said.

Tello will be sentenced next month, Valdes said.

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