West new york man arrested on multiple charges including sexual assault
Prison fence. Grid fence with barbed wire against sunset. Barbed wire. Security measures for prisoners in prison.

West New York Man Arrested on Multiple Charges Including Sexual Assault

by
August 9, 2024

HUDSON COUNTY, NJ — Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced the arrest of Carlos Ruiz Castro by the United States Marshals Service New York/New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Force. The arrest took place on Friday, August 9, 2024, in Hackensack, concerning a sexual assault that occurred last month in West New York.

Ruiz Castro faces multiple charges: Aggravated Sexual Assault, Kidnapping, Sexual Assault, Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Criminal Sexual Contact, and Simple Assault. These charges range from first to third degree crimes, along with a disorderly persons offense.

The incident leading to these charges occurred early on Saturday, July 27, 2024, when a 40-year-old woman reported that an unknown male had forcibly grabbed her by her hair and assaulted her in the vicinity of Hudson Avenue and 51st Street in West New York.

Following his arrest, Ruiz Castro was transported to the Hudson County Correctional Facility to await his initial court appearance. The successful apprehension involved the collaborative efforts of the Special Victims Unit, the West New York Police Department, and the U.S. Marshals Service. Prosecutor Suarez has expressed gratitude to all law enforcement entities involved in the investigation and arrest.

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton is the Editor and Publisher of Shore News Network, an independent digital news organization covering New Jersey, national politics, public policy, public safety, and community affairs. With years of experience reporting on local government, elections, law enforcement, and issues impacting residents throughout New Jersey, Stilton has built a reputation for delivering timely news, in-depth reporting, and accountability journalism.

As the founder of Shore News Network, Stilton oversees editorial operations, investigative reporting, and breaking news coverage while working closely with journalists, public officials, and community leaders. His reporting has covered municipal government, state politics, federal policy, public records investigations, emergency management, and major news events affecting local communities.

Stilton is committed to factual reporting, source verification, transparency, and providing readers with accessible, accurate information that helps them better understand the issues shaping their communities. Through Shore News Network, he continues to focus on delivering trusted news coverage and original reporting to audiences across New Jersey and beyond.

For story tips, corrections, or media inquiries, readers can contact Shore News Network through its official website and social media channels.