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Ranferi Orozco, 26, of Uniondale, was arrested on suspicion of assault and related charges following a welfare check at a Uniondale residence on Wednesday, Feb. 5.
A representative from Child Protective Services was checking on the welfare of a 3-year-old child when they discovered visible bruising on the child's body, prompting them to call 911, Nassau County Police said. The alleged abuse is believed to have occurred a day prior to the welfare check.
Following an investigation, police arrested Orozco on suspicion of:
- Two counts of assault
- Endangering the welfare of a child
- Criminal possession of a weapon
He was scheduled to be arraigned at First District Court in Hempstead on Thursday, Feb. 6.
Authorities did not immediately clarify the relationship between Orozco and the alleged victim.
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