Salem, MA – Gilberto Candelario & Heroildo Candelario Sentenced for Several Sex Crimes against Children
Salem, MA (March 17, 2022) – Two Massachusetts brothers were sentenced in Salem Superior Court for a total of 41 charges including rape and other sexual acts.
Reports show that between 2009 and 2016, 49-year-old Gilberto Candelario and 47-year-old Heroildo Candelario repeatedly raped four sisters, starting when they were all between the ages of 9-years-old and 12-years-old. A fifth victim, who was 11-years-old, also came forward about being abused by the two brothers.
Over the years, the two men would repeatedly threaten the girls, offer them alcohol, money, and marijuana.
All five of the victims came forward and reported the abuse after several years.
On March 10, the two brothers were sentenced to life in prison.
Gilberto Candelario will be eligible for parole after 91-years. Heroildo Candelario will be eligible in 74-years.
Victims of Child Sexual Abuse
Being abused as a child can be mentally and emotionally exhausting for victims. There are many instances where people struggle to cope with their abuse well into their adult lives.
There are many instances where children are abused and threatened by perpetrators. Abusers do what they can to manipulate victims and take advantage of them. As a result, the cycle of abuse may continue for several years before any interventions are made.
When victims are finally able to come forward, it is often after several years of dealing with the trauma. Many victims struggle with anxiety, depression, and other mental health impacts. These impacts can be far-reaching and have a profoundly negative effect on their relationships with other people, their self-esteem, and other areas of their lives.
If you or your child is a victim of sexual abuse, there may be legal options available for you. Seeking the assistance of a sexual abuse attorney in Salem can help you move forward.
Attorney Durso Will Fight For You
For the past three decades, Attorney Durso has made helping sexual abuse victims his exclusive focus. While working with our law firm, you can rest assured knowing you will be treated with compassion every step of the way. We are committed to creating a trusting and comfortable environment where you can tell your story.
We have helped hundreds of victims recover from abuse that they have experienced in private, public, religious, and even charter schools. Although we understand that abuse is extremely difficult for victims to talk about, you can be sure that we are here to listen to you.
Our Salem sexual abuse lawyers at the Law Office of Carmen L. Durso have extensive experience helping victims get justice while holding predators and institutions liable for their abuse. Our law firm will help you move forward and offer caring and sound counsel that you can trust to get you justice.
Contact our Massachusetts sexual abuse law firm today by calling 617-728-9123 to schedule a free and confidential consultation with Attorney Durso to discuss the legal options available for you.
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