Leesburg, VA – The Leesburg Police Department has confirmed the arrest of Aroldo Santos Velasquez, a 47-year-old resident of Leesburg, on serious charges involving the sexual assault of a child under 13 years of age. Santos Velasquez faces charges of rape and object sexual penetration, as stated by local authorities.
The arrest occurred following a report received by the Leesburg Police on Sunday, May 12, 2024, detailing an alleged sexual assault of a child by an individual known to them. Following the initial investigation, Santos Velasquez was taken into custody and subsequently placed in the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center. He is currently held without the possibility of bond.
Details about the case remain limited due to the young age of the victim and ongoing legal considerations.