PORT JERVIS, NY – A Port Jervis man who was arrested after breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s home and threatening her with a knife has been sentenced to 12 years in prison Buy in Orange County judge.
Anthony Sorino, age 38, of Port Jervis, pled guilty in Orange County Court to Burglary in the First Degree. Under the plea agreement announced on the record at the time that Sorino pled guilty, the District Attorney’s Office will recommend that he serve twelve years in state prison and five years of post-release supervision when he is sentenced on October 12, 2022.
According to a court report, on April 26, Sorino broke into his ex-girlfriend’s home in the City of Port Jervis by breaking a glass window on the back door with a hammer.
“When he entered the home, Sorino was wearing a ski mask and gloves, carrying a roll of duct tape and was armed with a knife. Upon seeing Sorino, the victim attempted to call 911, but Sorino took the phone and denied there was any problem. The victim yelled for help in the background of the call. Sorino then threatened the victim, cut his own neck and wrists and fled. Port Jervis Police Officers, responding to the 911 call, located Sorino nearby and took him into custody,” police said.
In a press release issued by the Orange County District Attorney’s office, during the plea proceedings, Sorino admitted that he unlawfully entered the home with the intent to commit a crime therein and that while inside he threatened the use of the knife that he was possessing.
“The facts of this case are downright terrifying,” said District Attorney David M. Hoovler. “Thankfully, no one other than the defendant was injured, and thanks to the dedicated work of the Port Jervis Police Department, this offender will be removed from society for a long time. All victims of domestic violence should know that my Office will vigorously pursue these cases and that organizations such as Fearless! Hudson Valley are here to help them.”
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