New Jersey Man Sentenced to 14 Years for Sexually Exploiting Preteen CT Girl

Authorities say the 31-year-old coerced the child into using cocaine during their encounter.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 2:10pm

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A 31-year-old New Jersey man has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for sexually enticing a preteen Connecticut girl and coercing her into using cocaine. Miguel Francisco Guzman pleaded guilty to enticement of a minor and distribution of a controlled substance to a person under 21 after authorities discovered he had solicited sexual images from the girl and arranged an in-person encounter where he sexually abused her and provided her with cocaine.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious threat of online sexual predators targeting vulnerable children, as well as the dangers of substance abuse among minors. It underscores the need for greater education, monitoring, and law enforcement efforts to protect young people from these types of exploitative crimes.

The details

According to federal officials, Guzman began messaging the Connecticut girl, who was younger than 13 years old, on Snapchat on March 18, 2025. He solicited sexual images from her and sent explicit photos of himself. That same day, Guzman traveled to Connecticut and engaged in sexual conduct with the girl, also coercing her into using cocaine. Investigators later searched Guzman's Snapchat account and found he had tried to solicit sexual photos and arrange encounters with other minors between March and May 2025.

  • On March 18, 2025, Guzman began messaging the girl on Snapchat.
  • On March 18, 2025, Guzman traveled to Connecticut and sexually abused the girl, also providing her with cocaine.
  • Between March and May 2025, Guzman tried to solicit sexual photos and arrange encounters with other minors.
  • On August 12, 2025, Guzman was arrested.
  • On November 6, 2025, Guzman pleaded guilty to enticement of a minor and distribution of a controlled substance to a person under 21.

The players

Miguel Francisco Guzman

A 31-year-old man from Woodbridge Township, New Jersey who was sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting a preteen Connecticut girl and providing her with cocaine.

U.S. District Judge Sarala V. Nagala

The judge who sentenced Guzman to 14 years in prison, to be followed by 10 years of supervised release.

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What’s next

Guzman will remain in federal custody to serve his 14-year prison sentence, followed by 10 years of supervised release.

The takeaway

This disturbing case demonstrates the critical importance of protecting children from online predators and the devastating consequences of sexual exploitation and substance abuse. It calls for continued vigilance, education, and strong law enforcement action to safeguard vulnerable youth.