Sexual assault of a child leads to arrest in Dorchester County
VIENNA, Md. – One man is behind bars after police say he sexually assaulted a seven year old.
On Saturday deputies were called to a home in Vienna for a reported sexual assault of a minor.
Police say the investigation into the incident resulted in the arrest of a 35 year-old Sylvester Elijah Parker.
Officers at the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office say the victim was taken to a nearby hospital where they were treated and released.
Parker now faces a list of charges including:
- Second Degree Rape
- Reckless endangerment
- Second Degree Assault
- Third Degree Sex Offense of an under aged Victim
- Fourth Degree Sex Offense of an under aged victim
- Unnatural or perverted sexual practice
- Second Degree Child Abuse
- Sexual Abuse of a Minor
He is currently being held without bond.
