Ivan Santos Lula, 56, has been sentenced to 12-15 years in prison after being found guilty of multiple counts, including two counts of aggravated rape against his nine-year-old stepdaughter. This case unfolded after the victim reported incidents of assault that began in December 2019, exposing a long pattern of abuse. He will also have three years of probation following his prison term and must register as a sex offender.
The jury reached a guilty verdict on various charges including two counts of rape of a child with force and aggravated rape, highlighting the severity of the case. The Essex County District Attorney's statement emphasized the importance of the victim’s courage in coming forward. The historical context of the abuse was alarming, with the victim revealing a longer pattern of sexual abuse during police interviews.
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