South Elgin man charged in sexual assault of minor in Palatine
Posted September 12, 2024 4:45 pm
A South Elgin man is charged with predatory criminal sexual assault of a minor after an investigation that began earlier this year in Palatine, officials said.
Juan Castro-Alvarez, 21, of the 1500 block of Gilpen Avenue, is also charged with grooming and traveling to meet a minor, both felonies.
Palatine police said detectives began an investigation after a juvenile reported the abuse to her mother. Police identified Castro-Alvarez as the suspect and arrested him at his home Wednesday.
A Cook County judge ordered Castro-Alvarez to remain in jail while he awaits trial Thursday. His next hearing is scheduled for Oct. 10 at the Cook County Courthouse in Rolling Meadows.
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