Man Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault of Minor in Connecticut State Park

John Bradley, 46, charged with first-degree sexual assault, risk of injury to a minor, and second-degree threatening

Apr. 9, 2026 at 10:08pm

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Connecticut officials have arrested 46-year-old John Bradley of Danielson for the alleged sexual assault of a minor that occurred in Mashamoquet Brook State Park in Pomfret. Bradley has been charged with first-degree sexual assault, risk of injury to a minor, and second-degree threatening. The incident was reported to authorities in November 2025, and an investigation by Environmental Conservation Police and the Department of Children and Families led to Bradley's arrest this week.

Why it matters

This case highlights the importance of thorough investigations into allegations of sexual assault, especially those involving minors in public spaces. It also underscores the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies to protect vulnerable members of the community.

The details

According to officials, EnCon police were informed in November 2025 of a past sexual assault of a minor that occurred within the Pomfret state park. EnCon investigators worked alongside members of the Connecticut Department of Children and Families to develop more details connected to the complaint. Investigators say they discovered Bradley is a known acquaintance of the victim. After being arrested this week, Bradley was processed at Connecticut State Police Troop D in Danielson.

  • The incident was reported to authorities in November 2025.
  • Bradley was arrested this week and appeared in court on Wednesday.

The players

John Bradley

A 46-year-old man from Danielson, Connecticut, who has been charged with first-degree sexual assault, risk of injury to a minor, and second-degree threatening.

Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) EnCon Police

The law enforcement agency that investigated the alleged sexual assault and apprehended the suspect.

Connecticut Department of Children and Families

The state agency that collaborated with EnCon Police in the investigation.

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What’s next

Bradley is being held on a $150,000 court-set bond at the Department of Corrections. He is scheduled to appear in court again in the coming weeks as the legal process continues.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing need for vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies to protect minors from sexual predators, even in public spaces like state parks. It also underscores the importance of the presumption of innocence until guilt is proven in a court of law.