DEAL ISLAND, MD - The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Deal Island man on alleged sexual abuse of a minor and other charges.
Police say the Criminal Investigation Section provided evidence of James Stephens, 76, engaging in child abuse and child sex abuse in the late 70s up to the mid 80s.
Stephens has been charged with four counts of child abuse, second degree sex offense, third degree sex offense, and perverted practice.
Stephens was arrested on October 20th and is held without bond at the Somerset County Detention Center.
The Sheriff’s Office says the investigation is ongoing and there is a possibility of additional incidents and victims. Police ask anyone with information to contact them at 410-651-9225.
