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19-year-old Stratford man faces charges for sexually assaulting a minor

Police say Mikel Matias Reyes, who was 18 at the time, contacted the minor on social media and solicited nude photographs and videos.

Samantha Marano

Jan 29, 2026, 6:06 PM

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A 19-year-old Stratford man has been accused of sexually assaulting a minor.

Connecticut’s Department of Children and Families notified Norwalk police on July 22, 2025, of a reported sexual assault involving a juvenile.

Police said the investigation found that Mikel Matias Reyes, who was 18 at the time, contacted the minor on social media and solicited nude photographs and videos.

They say Reyes was then enticed to engage in sexual activity in exchange for money.

Reyes is facing charges of sexual assault, commercial sex abuse of a minor and risk of injury to a minor.

If you have information about the matter, contact the Norwalk Police Tip Line: 203-854-3111.

Anonymous internet tips can be sent to the Norwalk police website at norwalkpd.com.

Anonymous text tips can be submitted by typing "NORWALKPD" into the text field, followed by the message, and sending it to TIP411 (847411).

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