Arizona man accused of infecting 6-year-old girl with sexually transmitted disease
Dec 23, 2021, 11:17 AM
PHOENIX – An Arizona man was arrested this week for allegedly sexually assaulting the 6-year-old daughter of his roommate after the girl tested positive for a sexually transmitted disease last month, authorities said.
The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office said it was contacted by a Queen Creek urgent care clinic and told about the test result on Nov. 14.
During the investigation, the child said 26-year-old Jacob Sullivan, her dad’s roommate, had sexually assaulted her, PCSO said.
A warrant for Sullivan’s arrest was issued Monday. He was taken into custody Tuesday in Peoria and booked into Pinal County Jail on three counts of sexual abuse of minor.
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A judge ruled he was not eligible for bond because of the nature of the crimes he is accused of.
“Getting this sexual predator off the streets was our number one priority. I am pleased with our detectives for making quick work of this suspect,” Sheriff Mark Lamb said in a Facebook post.
“I pray that the victim in this case finds comfort and healing. We stand with her and all victims of abuse. We are here for you.”
