CLIFTON — A city police officer has been indicted on multiple counts of sexual offenses against a child, the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office announced on Friday.

Clifton resident Frank Castro-Ramirez, 40, was indicted on two counts of first-degree aggravated sexual assault, two counts of second-degree sexual assault, two counts of second-degree endangering the welfare of a child, and two counts of third-degree aggravated criminal sexual contact, the prosecutor's office said.

Beyond prison time, Castro-Ramirez is subject to parole supervision for life and Megan's Law registration requirements.

According to the prosecutor's office, the alleged sexual offenses took place at a residence in Clifton.

Contact reporter Dino Flammia at dino.flammia@townsquaremedia.com.

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Over the past several years, state lawmakers have dealt with accused child predators among ranks of teachers and educators.

The following individuals were arrested and charged in 2021 and several years earlier. Some were convicted and sentenced to prison.

Others accepted plea deals for probation and some cases were still pending.

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