PIPESTONE — A Pipestone man is charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct, coercion of a victim under age 18.
The charges stem from a March 23 report of possible criminal sexual conduct to the Pipestone County Sheriff’s office. Law enforcement arrived on the scene and spoke with a teenage victim.
According to the complaint filed in Pipestone County, the victim received a call from Jesus Jimenez-Sanchez, 30, inviting the individual to come over because he had something he wanted to say.
The victim went to Jimenez-Sanchez’s trailer, where he reportedly locked the door behind the victim before offering the victim a drink. The victim declined and noted in the report that Jimenez-Sanchez was drunk.
Jimenez-Sanchez then reportedly grabbed the victim’s arms and forcing the individual into his bedroom. According to the complaint, Jimenez-Sanchez climbed on top of the victim on the bed, despite the victim saying no. Jimenez-Sanchez reportedly removed the victim’s clothes before sexually assaulting the victim.
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The victim attempted to escape the situation, but was unable because Jimenez-Sanchez was stronger and physically held the victim down. The victim reportedly told Jimenez-Sanchez that if he didn’t stop, everyone would be told about what happened. Jimenez-Sanchez reportedly let the victim go and said not to tell anyone.
Jimenez-Sanchez was detained in Pipestone County, where his bail was set at $10,000 with conditions and $20,000 without. His initial court appearance is scheduled for April 4.
If convicted, Jimenez-Sanchez faces a maximum sentence of 15 years imprisonment, a fine of $3,000, or both.
Note: This article was written based on information reported by local law enforcement agencies. The Globe reminds readers that all individuals are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The Southwest Crisis Center is available in our community to support and empower survivors of sexual and domestic violence. For questions about services or how you can help, contact the Southwest Crisis Center at 1-800-376-4311 or mnswcc.org .
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