Arrest made in Dixon predatory sex assault case

DIXON – The Dixon Police Department made an arrest Friday in connection with a report of sexual abuse of a child. Police began their investigation Thursday.

Police arrested Juan L. Lugo Jr., 60, in the 900 block of West Sixth Street about 3:30 p.m. Friday. He was taken to Lee County Jail.

The suspect was charged with two counts of predatory criminal sexual assault, a Class X felony, and two counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse, a Class 2 felony, police Chief Steven C. Howell Jr. said in a news release.

All charges are merely allegations, and all parties are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Conviction of a Class X felony can result in a sentence of six to 30 years in prison, while conviction of a Class 2 felony can result in a sentence of three to seven years.

Assisting in the investigation was the Lee County State’s Attorney’s Office and the Shining Star Children’s Advocacy Center.

Dixon police have asked that anyone who recognizes the suspect or has more information on this or other cases to call 815-288-4411 or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 888-228-4488.