Today, Hamilton County Prosecutor Melissa Powers announced the indictment of Keith Cruz (DOB 8/29/71). Cruz was indicted for 4 counts of Rape (F1) and 6 counts of Gross Sexual Imposition (F3). If convicted on all charges, Cruz faces a maximum possible sentence of life in prison.
From 2011-2015, Cruz sexually assaulted multiple children ranging in age between 4-9 years old. Cruz would gain access to his victims by having romantic relationships with their mothers, or through temporary living situations.
Hamilton County Prosecutor Melissa Powers commented, “This man followed a very specific pattern of behavior. We believe he was targeting single mothers to gain access to their children.
If you have any information about Keith Cruz, or if he had private interactions with your children, please contact Loveland Police Detective Jesse Moore at 513-774-3009.”
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