Hamden Man Sentenced for Sexually Assaulting Minor

Corey Baker received 5 years in prison for assaulting girl from ages 6 to 14.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A 48-year-old Hamden man named Corey Baker was sentenced to 5 years in prison on Thursday in New Haven, Connecticut after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a female acquaintance from the time she was 6 years old until she was 14 years old. Baker was convicted of fourth-degree sexual assault and risk of injury to a minor.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious issue of child sexual abuse and the need for strong penalties to protect vulnerable minors. The sentencing of Baker sends a clear message that such crimes will not be tolerated in the community.

The details

According to the Office of the State's Attorney for the District of New Haven, Baker was sentenced to 20 years in prison with 5 years suspended, followed by 15 years of sexual offender probation. He was also ordered to register as a sex offender for 10 years after his release.

  • On Thursday, February 6, 2026, Baker was sentenced in New Haven.

The players

Corey Baker

A 48-year-old man from Hamden, Connecticut who was found guilty of sexually assaulting a female acquaintance from the time she was 6 years old until she was 14 years old.

Office of the State's Attorney for the District of New Haven

The prosecuting authority that handled the case against Corey Baker and announced his sentencing.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of strong laws and enforcement to protect children from sexual predators, as well as the need for comprehensive support services for survivors of child sexual abuse.