STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – A 53-year-old Staten Island man has been arrested after allegedly attempting to lure a 15-year-old girl to perform a sexual act, police announced Thursday.
The arrest followed an investigation by the NYPD’s Staten Island Special Victims Squad.
Authorities said the incident occurred within the confines of the 120th Precinct.
Key Points
- Marc Donato, 53, of Staten Island, was charged with luring a child and endangering the welfare of a child
- The arrest was made by the NYPD Staten Island Special Victims Squad
- Police are urging parents to report any prior contact their children may have had with the suspect
Charges filed following investigation
Police identified the suspect as Marc Donato, of 100 Dinsmore Street. He was taken into custody around 6 p.m. Thursday, October 23, and charged with luring a child and endangering the welfare of a child.
Authorities allege Donato attempted to arrange an encounter with a 15-year-old girl. Further details of the investigation have not been released as detectives continue to review evidence.
Police ask public for information
Investigators are seeking to determine if there are additional victims. The NYPD is urging parents whose children may have had contact with Donato to reach out to the NYPD Sex Crimes Hotline at 1-212-267-RAPE (7273).
All reports and tips will be handled confidentially as the investigation remains active.