CAMPBELL, NY — New York State Police in Painted Post have arrested Allen P. Jerome, 35, of Campbell, following an investigation into allegations of long-term sexual abuse involving a juvenile victim.
On November 12, investigators from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation in Painted Post were contacted by Steuben County Child Protective Services after a report was filed with the New York State Child Abuse Hotline.
The report indicated that a 15-year-old had disclosed ongoing sexual abuse.
An investigation determined that the abuse occurred over several years at a residence in Campbell.
A search warrant was subsequently executed at the residence.
Jerome was charged with rape in the first degree (B felony), course of sexual conduct against a child in the first degree (B felony), strangulation in the second degree (D felony), tampering with physical evidence (E felony), and aggravated family offense (E felony).
Jerome was processed at SP Painted Post and transported to the Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment.
An order of protection is being requested on behalf of the victim.
