Julian Santiago Cortes Camelo Convicted of Theft

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New Windsor, NY – On Wednesday, Julian Santiago Cortes Camelo, 24, of Queens, was sentenced to four years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision. Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced the sentence on Camelo’s guilty plea to Second Degree Burglary.

Court documents highlighted that Camelo, along with two defendants, illegally entered a New Windsor residence on Feb. 2. The defendants fled upon the arrival of the police, but were caught nearby, where the stolen items were also found. Camelo admitted during a warrant for entry with intent to commit a crime.

District Attorney Hoovler praised the New Windsor Police Department’s quick investigation and arrests. He emphasized the prosecutor’s office’s commitment to combating violent crime and ensuring community safety.

Senior Assistant District Attorney Christopher Kelly is prosecuting the case. Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt at trial.