Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, Jr. has announced the extradition of 34-year-old Francisco Caminero from the Dominican Republic. Caminero stands accused of brutal crimes involving his former partner and drug possession, and after evading trial dates, he now faces the repercussions of his alleged actions, as reported by the Manhattan District Attorney's Office.
Detailing the severity of the offenses, court documents reveal that on February 4, 2018, Caminero allegedly assaulted his then-girlfriend in their Inwood apartment, subjecting her to a violent ordeal in front of their six-month-old child that left her severely injured. The documents assert that Caminero coerced her into sexual intercourse by threatening her with the inability, to leave with her child until she complied. After his initial arraignment on April 4, 2018, he was released on bond but subsequently absconded his court responsibilities, leading to bail jumping charges the following year.
Assistant D.A. Jonathan Junig and Executive Assistant D.A. Justin McNabney are prosecuting the case, employing the resources of the Special Victims Division and receiving assistance from Case Management Services and the Early Case Assessment Bureau. "We will never stop pursuing justice for survivors of crime," said District Attorney Bragg, emphasizing the relentless quest for justice, as per the Manhattan District Attorney's Office.
International cooperation played a key role in locating and returning Caminero to the U.S. to face charges. The U.S. Department of Justice, the U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo, and the FBI all helped in the process. Caminero faces several felony charges, including rape in the third degree, assault, drug possession, and bail jumping.
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