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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces Spartanburg man sentenced for Criminal Sexual Conduct with a Minor

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Attorney General Alan Wilson | Attorney General Alan Wilson, SC

Attorney General Alan Wilson | Attorney General Alan Wilson, SC

Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that a Spartanburg man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexually abusing a child. On March 25, 2024, Agustin Vargas, 51, of Spartanburg pleaded guilty to Criminal Sexual Conduct with a Minor in the Second Degree. The Honorable Judge R. Keith Kelly sentenced him to 20 years in prison. Vargas admitted to sexually abusing a six-year-old girl.

The case was investigated by Investigator Robert “Ben” Johnson with the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office. Assistant Attorney General Megan Raymer prosecuted the case. A special thank you to victim advocate Trisha Allen for her assistance and help throughout this case.

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