Man Convicted of Sexually Abusing Child

Kendrick Ford faces prison time after jury finds him guilty of rape, abuse, and endangerment charges

Jan. 30, 2026 at 12:15pm

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A 34-year-old Rochester man named Kendrick Ford has been convicted by a Monroe County jury of rape, sexual abuse, and endangering the welfare of a child. The charges stem from the sexual abuse of a child under 13 years old that occurred between October 2023 and February 2024. The abuse was reported to the Rochester Police Department's Special Victims Unit, leading to Ford's arrest and indictment in November 2024. He is scheduled to be sentenced in March.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious consequences for those convicted of sexually abusing children, with Ford facing a lengthy prison sentence. It also underscores the importance of reporting suspected child abuse to authorities, as the victim's family member's actions led to the investigation and charges against the perpetrator.

The details

Prosecutors say that between October 31, 2023 and February 26, 2024, Kendrick Ford sexually abused a child under 13 years old. After about a month, the child told a family member about the abuse, prompting a report to the Rochester Police Department. RPD's Special Victims Unit then conducted an investigation that resulted in an arrest warrant for Ford. He was later indicted in November 2024 on charges of rape, two counts of sexual abuse, and endangering the welfare of a child.

  • The abuse occurred between October 31, 2023 and February 26, 2024.
  • The child reported the abuse to a family member about a month after it began.
  • The Rochester Police Department's Special Victims Unit investigated the case, leading to an arrest warrant for Ford.
  • Ford was indicted on the charges in November 2024.
  • Ford was convicted by a Monroe County jury on January 30, 2026 and is scheduled to be sentenced in March.

The players

Kendrick Ford

A 34-year-old Rochester man who was convicted of rape, sexual abuse, and endangering the welfare of a child for sexually abusing a child under 13 years old.

Rochester Police Department Special Victims Unit

The unit that investigated the case against Kendrick Ford, leading to his arrest and indictment.

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What’s next

Ford is scheduled to be sentenced in March for his convictions.

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of reporting suspected child abuse to authorities, as the victim's family member's actions led to the investigation and charges against the perpetrator. It also demonstrates the justice system's commitment to holding those who sexually abuse children accountable for their crimes.