Parkesburg Shock: Man Arrested in High-Stakes Child Rape Investigation

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PARKESBURG, PAParkesburg Borough Police, with support from the Phoenixville Borough Police, successfully apprehended Mark Allen on November 14, 2024. Allen faces serious allegations related to the Rape of a Child, following an extensive investigation initiated by the police in April 2021.

The arrest took place after detectives identified Allen’s location, leading to his subsequent detention. Following his arrest, Allen was arraigned on the charges, and the court set bail at $1,000,000. He is currently held at Chester County Prison, awaiting a preliminary hearing scheduled at Parkesburg District Court 15-3-07.

The investigation, which culminated in an arrest warrant issued on November 6, 2024, underscores the commitment of law enforcement agencies to address and resolve cases of this nature. Authorities stress that these charges are allegations, and Mark Allen is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The legal proceedings are expected to unfold in the coming weeks, potentially shedding more light on the case as it progresses.

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