Manhunt Launched For NJ Suspect Accused Of Sexually Assaulting 12-Year-Old Girl

A man wanted for sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl is being sought by New Jersey State Police.

Emeterio Alavez-Cruz
Photo Credit: *New Jersey State Police*

09/16/2021 1:54 p.m.

Police are seeking the public's help in locating Emeterio Alavez-Cruz, 30, of Pilesgrove Township, they said.

Emeterio is described as a Hispanic male, approximately 5’6” tall and 150 pounds.

He has connections to the Rio Grande, Wildwood, Bridgeton City, Penns Grove and New Castle, Delaware areas.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Emeterio Alavez-Cruz is asked to contacted the State Police Fugitive Unit Tipline at 800-437-7839 or Woodstown Station at 856-769-0775. Anonymous tips are welcome.

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