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Former cruise ship worker pleads guilty to teen sexual assault after 20 years on the run
By Amber Kite at FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
A Nicaraguan national who spent more than 20 years fleeing federal authorities has pleaded guilty to the forcible sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl on a cruise ship that departed from Galveston, federal prosecutors announced Monday.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The guilty plea of a Nicaraguan national in a decades-old case of teen sexual assault on a cruise ship has brought closure to a disturbing crime. Since the ship departed from Galveston, the case has ties to the broader Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Trophy Club . Residents may wonder how such a serious offender managed to evade authorities for so long. The fact that the perpetrator was finally brought to justice is a testament to the diligence of federal prosecutors. As the case moves forward, Trophy Club residents should be aware of the resources available to support victims of sexual assault in their own community. Local organizations and law enforcement agencies play a crucial role in providing aid and preventing such crimes from occurring in the first place. The resolution of this case serves as a reminder to be vigilant and supportive of efforts to keep the community safe.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Nicaraguan national who spent more than 20 years fleeing federal authorities has pleaded guilty to the forcible sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl on a cruise ship that departed from Galveston, federal prosecutors announced Monday.
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