Ocean Co. man charged with sexually assaulting 6-year-old girl

LAKEWOOD, N.J. (WPVI) -- An Ocean County man is facing child sex abuse charges for the alleged assault of a 6-year-old girl.

27-year-old Conrado Santos-Carmona of Lakewood was taken into custody Wednesday.

The investigation began after the 6-year-old victim told police that Santos-Carmona, who is known to the victim, had allegedly sexually assaulted her.

Following the victim's interview, investigators made contact with Santos-Carmona, and at their request he responded to Lakewood Police Headquarters.

Santos-Carmona was then charged with Sexual Assault and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. His bail is set at $250,000 with no 10% option.

Nicole's Law and a no victim contact order were implemented.

Santos-Carmona remains in jail in lieu of bail.