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Auburn Police arrest suspect on felony charges in sexual assault investigation

February 03 2023

Auburn, Ala. - On Feb. 3, 2023, Auburn Police arrested Andres Lenardo Hurtado, age 48, from Auburn, AL, on felony warrants charging him with rape first degree, sodomy first degree and sexual abuse first degree.

These charges stem from a report of a sexual assault that occurred on Jan. 30, 2023. Police met with the complainant who stated they were assaulted by a male acquaintance at a residence in Auburn.

Andres Hurtado was developed as a suspect and he was located by Auburn Police. After further investigation he was placed under arrest.

Hurtado was transported to the Lee County Detention Center and is currently being held without bond.

All defendants are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.