Police: Man Charged With Child Sex Assaults Might Have More Victims

ROMULUS (WWJ) - Police in Romulus believe a 23-year-old man charged with assaulting three underage girls may have abused even more children.

Jose Cortez-Mendoza was arraigned Monday on six felony counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct. Bond was set at $250,000, he was placed on a tether and ordered to have no contact with the victims or their family members.

Romulus Police Detectives began investigating allegations against Cortez-Mendoza back in November 2017 after being contacted by Children Protective Services. Police say their investigation revealed that Cortez-Mendoza had sexually assaulted three victims, ages 13, 16, and 11.

The relationship between Cortez-Mendoza and the alleged victims was not disclosed.

Police believe Cortez-Mendoza, who remains in custody at the Wayne County Jail, may have victimized more children.

Anyone who believes they may be a victim is strongly encouraged to contact detectives at 734-942-6864.