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Man Accused of Forcing Stepchildren to Commit Sex Acts

Authorities in Cumberland County have arrested a man they believe forced his step-children to participate in sexual acts with him.
Posted 2007-02-06T15:52:13+00:00 - Updated 2007-02-06T15:52:14+00:00
Cumberland County authorities have arrested 43-year-old Charles Hollenback and charged him with forcing his step-children to participate in sex acts with him.
Authorities in Cumberland County have arrested a man they believe forced his step-children to participate in sexual acts with him.

Sheriff deputies said Charles Hollenback, 43, of Zanesville, Ohio, had sex with his 8-year-old and 7-year-old stepdaughters. Investigators said the crimes occurred between May 1 and June 30, 2006 when the family lived in Fayetteville.

Authorities also said Hollenback repeatedly threatened and abused children.

Hollenback faces a variety of charges, including first-degree rape and felony child abuse. He is currently in the Cumberland County Jail on $575,000 bond.

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