New York State Police have arrested a Bath man in connection with an incident involving unlawful entry and alleged sexual misconduct at a private residence in Steuben County.
According to a June 25 press release, 48-year-old Loren R. Hill was taken into custody on June 18 after investigators determined he had entered a private room without permission and made physical contact with a female occupant. Police say Hill had been previously told not to be on the property. During the incident, the door to the room was damaged.
Hill faces multiple charges, including:
- Burglary in the 2nd degree – Sexually Motivated (Class C felony)
- Sexual Abuse in the 2nd degree (Class A misdemeanor)
- Forcible Touching (Class A misdemeanor)
- Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th degree (Class A misdemeanor)
- Criminal Mischief in the 4th degree (Class A misdemeanor)
Hill was processed at the State Police barracks in Bath and transported to the Steuben County Jail for arraignment in the Centralized Arraignment Part (CAP) court. Authorities also issued an order of protection on behalf of the victim.
The investigation was handled by Troop E of the New York State Police. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact Trooper Lynnea Crane, Troop E Public Information Officer.
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