Following what's described as an exhaustive investigation by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office Investigations Division, a suspect has been detained related to a series of sexual assaults targeting children. The man in question, 42-year-old Steven Leckenby, faces allegations that paint a disturbing picture of multiple counts of sexual assault on a child and aggravated incest incidents over more than ten years, as reported by the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities suggest that Leckenby's suspected offenses are not confined within family lines, indicating a case that has shaken the community to its core. With some instances dating as far back as 2012, the horrors recounted by victims have led investigators to surmise there may be more individuals who have yet to come forward. The Sheriff’s Office, hoping to unearth the full magnitude of Leckenby's actions, is actively reaching out for public assistance.
A resident of the rural reaches of unincorporated El Paso County near Yoder, Leckenby now sits behind bars at the El Paso County Jail with a bond set at $75,000. While the specter of such crimes lingers over the community, the Sheriff’s Office remains unyielding in its call to action, urging anyone with relevant information or who may have been a victim to promptly reach out.
The weight of these allegations has prompted a stern response from local law enforcement. "There is no place in our community for those who prey on the innocence of children," they have stated, as per El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. "These heinous crimes not only shatter lives but also undermine the trust and safety every child deserves." With an unwavering commitment to serving justice and protecting its youngest residents, the Sheriff’s Office assures that they will "continue to work tirelessly to protect the most vulnerable members of our community."
