Easton, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police and Palmer Township Police Department are asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted on multiple child sex assault charges, with a $5,000 reward being offered for information leading to his arrest.
According to police, an arrest warrant has been issued for Benicio A. Beninfield, whose last known address was on Weller Place in Easton. Authorities believe he may be staying in the Macungie or Center City Allentown areas.
Beninfield is charged with a series of felony counts, including aggravated indecent assault of a child, rape threats, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse with a child, indecent assault, corruption of minors, and incest involving a complainant under 13 years old. Police said the charges stem from a 2022 case filed in Northampton County.
The suspect is described as a 39-year-old male, 6 feet tall, weighing 225 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Authorities are warning residents not to approach him if spotted, but instead to call 911 immediately.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Palmer Township Police at (610) 759-2200 or Pennsylvania State Police Tips at 1-800-472-8477. Tips can also be submitted online at p3tips.com.
Police emphasize that all tips remain confidential and could be eligible for a cash reward if they lead to Beninfield’s capture.
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