Man Convicted of Child Sex Assault Charges Escapes Before Sentencing

Police searching for 45-year-old Jorge Campos after he failed to appear in court for guilty verdict

Mar. 21, 2026 at 2:34am

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A 45-year-old Castle Rock man, Jorge Alberto Campos, was found guilty by a jury of five counts of sexual assault on a child as part of a pattern of abuse. However, Campos failed to show up in court to hear the verdict and his ankle monitor was later found discarded near his home, leading authorities to believe he is now on the run.

Why it matters

This case highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in ensuring convicted sex offenders appear for sentencing, especially those accused of crimes against children. It also raises concerns about the effectiveness of ankle monitoring systems and the need for stronger measures to prevent defendants from fleeing before facing justice.

The details

According to the 23rd Judicial District Attorney's Office, Campos was convicted of repeatedly sexually assaulting his current girlfriend's 11-year-old daughter between 2021 and 2023. He now faces a potential life sentence in prison for the crimes. Authorities are actively searching for Campos after he failed to show up in court for the reading of the guilty verdict and his ankle monitor was found discarded near his home.

  • On March 21, 2026, a jury found Jorge Campos guilty of five counts of sexual assault on a child.
  • Campos failed to appear in court on March 21, 2026 to hear the verdict.

The players

Jorge Alberto Campos

A 45-year-old Castle Rock man who was found guilty of five counts of sexual assault on a child as part of a pattern of abuse.

23rd Judicial District Attorney's Office

The prosecutor's office that secured the conviction of Jorge Campos and is now searching for him after he failed to appear for the verdict.

Castle Rock Police

The law enforcement agency assisting in the search for Jorge Campos after he went on the run following his conviction.

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What they’re saying

“We must ensure that those convicted of such heinous crimes against children face the full consequences of their actions.”

— District Attorney

What’s next

Authorities have issued a warrant for Jorge Campos' arrest and are actively searching for him. The judge in the case will determine if Campos' bail should be revoked at a hearing next week.

The takeaway

This case underscores the need for stronger measures to prevent defendants accused of sexual crimes against minors from fleeing before sentencing, including more robust ankle monitoring systems and increased coordination between law enforcement and the courts.