A Denver Public Schools social worker was arrested on Thursday for sexual assault of a child, according to a statement from the Denver Police Department.
Emilio Ramos-Avila, 44, is under investigation for sexual assault on a child by a person in a position of trust. Ramos-Avila was a school social worker at Force Elementary School, 1550 S. Wolff St.
Police did not release any details about the alleged crime, including whether the victim was a student at the elementary school.
Given the nature of the case and because the victim is a juvenile, the arrest affidavit is not available for release. Ramos-Avila’s mugshot is also not being released as it may interfere with the continuing investigation. The Denver Police Department has not said whether either will be released.
Denver Public Schools officials were not immediately available for comment.
Ramos-Avila is being held at the Downtown Dentention Center. He does not have a previous criminal record, according to online court records.
Denver police officials said anyone with information about the incident should contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867.
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