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Ellicott City man charged with sexual abuse of a minor

Updated on: November 5, 2024 / 2:18 PM EST / CBS Baltimore

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BALTIMORE -- James Soltysiak, 56, has been charged with the sexual abuse of a teen, according to Howard County Police.

Police said Soltysiak has been a Boy Scout leader at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Ellicott City for the past five years, but the abuse was unrelated to his role there.

The victim disclosed his abuse, which began in May, to a trusted adult in mid-October who contacted police.

56, is charged with rape, sexual abuse of a minor, and second-degree assault and is held at Howard County Detention Center.

In a statement, Howard County Police said that while there is not currently any indication of other victims, anyone who has information otherwise is encouraged to come forward.

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