Delaware County man sentenced for raping a minor

DELAWARE, Ohio (WCMH) -- A 38-year-old Delaware man will serve at least eight years in prison after he was found guilty of raping a minor.

Kyle Butler was found guilty of rape by a Delaware County jury on July 11 after a three-day trial, according to Delaware County Prosecutor Melissa Schiffel. Butler was then sentenced to eight to 12 years in prison by Judge Schuck on Monday.

Schiffel noted that the Delaware County Sheriff's Office began an investigation in July 2020 after the victim reported the offense to a family member. According to court documents the 15-year-old minor, "Jane Doe", told police that Butler forcefully performed sexual acts on her.

"Rape is often a crime perpetrated in secrecy and behind closed doors. But for the strength of this victim and her strong support system, Butler may not have ever seen the justice system," said Schiffel.

The county prosecutor did not provide any other details relating to the incident.