Todd Hill, 46, who manages a swim school in Aston, was arrested on June 16 and now faces seven felony charges after detectives say he sexually assaulted a 16-year-old male lifeguard on multiple occasions. Police allege the incidents took place at Hill's Wilmington home on South Cannon Drive when the teen stayed overnight.
Police: Six Unlawful Sexual Contact Counts Plus An Enticement Charge
Detectives with the New Castle County Division of Police charged Hill with six counts of unlawful sexual contact in the second degree and one count of enticement for purposes of sexual conduct, according to New Castle County Division of Police. Investigators say they recovered and reviewed "numerous concerning text message exchanges" between Hill and the victim and learned the teen had stayed overnight at Hill's residence on multiple occasions. The release states that Hill was located at his residence on June 16, taken into custody without incident and later arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 2.
Victim Worked As Lifeguard At Aston Location, Police Say
As reported by CBS Philadelphia, Hill had been employed as a manager at a swim school in Aston, Delaware County, and the 16-year-old victim worked there as a lifeguard. CBS reports that Hill remained in custody at the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution after failing to post $21,000 secured bail.
The Facility Named In The Police Release
The county news release identified the employer as KIDS FIRST Swim School in Aston, and local business listings place a KIDS FIRST location in the Aston area of Delaware County. Those listings show the operation runs year-round swim lessons and youth programming in the community.
What Happens Next And How To Report Tips
After arraignment, Hill was committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution. The New Castle County release asks anyone with information to contact Detective Fitzgerald at (302) 395-8133 or [email protected]. The charges are allegations, and the investigation remains active as detectives work to determine whether there are additional victims.
Under Delaware law, people charged with crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. Parents and guardians with concerns about staff screening or safety practices at youth programs can contact local police or child-protective services for guidance.
