The Federal Bureau of Investigation in Denver is offering a $20,000 reward for information that results in the capture of Jose Del Carmen Garcia Martinez, a 62‑year‑old suspect who was convicted of sexually assaulting a 15‑year‑old girl with disabilities in Arapahoe County.
Details of the crime and conviction
According to FBI records, Garcia Martinez was arrested and booked on two counts of sexual assault on a child by a person in a position of trust, as well as a pattern of abuse and unlawful sexual contact of an at‑risk child. A jury later found him guilty on all charges.
Following his conviction, Garcia Martinez was released on a $50,000 bond. He subsequently fled before the jury reached its verdict, prompting the FBI to issue the reward.
Incident location and victim report
The charges stem from a call to the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office reporting a sexual assault at a residence in the 5100 block of South Truckee Street in Centennial. The victim’s mother said the grandmother entered the master bedroom and witnessed Garcia Martinez fondling the 15‑year‑old victim.
Suspect description and movements
Garcia Martinez is described as 5’8” tall, with graying hair, brown eyes, and a weight of about 170 pounds. He is a native Spanish speaker and holds dual citizenship in Colombia and Spain. Law enforcement believes he has family and friends in Colorado, Utah, Vancouver, and Colombia.
The FBI reports that the suspect disabled his ankle monitor and left the area on a Harley‑Davidson motorcycle bearing Colorado plate DEXD78. He has since been sighted in Wyoming and Utah.
How to help
Anyone with information about Garcia Martinez’s whereabouts is urged to contact the FBI at 1‑800‑CALL‑FBI (1‑800‑225‑5324) or submit a tip online via the FBI’s website.
This reward underscores the FBI’s commitment to protecting vulnerable children and bringing perpetrators of sexual violence to justice. Community members are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity that could aid in locating the suspect.
Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.
