A man in South Carolina allegedly impregnated a 14-year-old and has been charged with criminal sexual conduct, The State reported from the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office.
Jessy Van Manrique, 22, is accused of having sex consensually with a girl who is now carrying their baby, according to Sgt. Robin McIntosh. Authorities found out about the pregnancy after the girl was taken to a doctor by a parent, the sergeant said.
Manrique was arrested and charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minor on Sunday, the Beaufort County Detention Center said. His bond is set at $20,000 and is being held for prosecution, the Island Packet reported.
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