A West Virginia man has pleaded guilty to sexually abusing his juvenile daughter, admitting to multiple instances of abuse that occurred over a two-year period.
Background
Clifford Fronda, 37, of Kanawha County, West Virginia, confessed in court to sexually abusing his minor daughter on multiple occasions between 2022 and 2024, according to court records. The case came to light when his daughter disclosed the abuse during a forensic interview conducted by a Kanawha County police detective in January.
Prior to his arrest, Fronda had already admitted to some of the instances to investigators, according to reporting by WSAZ. The admission came after his daughter accused him of repeatedly sexually abusing her during the forensic interview, providing details that spanned the two-year period.
The Charges
Fronda pleaded guilty to second-degree sexual assault and incest in Kanawha County Circuit Court. The charges carry a significant prison term, with sentencing guidelines ranging from 45 to 115 years in incarceration.
The case was investigated by Kanawha County law enforcement officers who gathered evidence including the victim's forensic interview and Fronda's own statements to investigators prior to his arrest.
Key Takeaways
- Clifford Fronda, 37, pleaded guilty to second-degree sexual assault and incest in Kanawha County Circuit Court
- The abuse occurred multiple times between 2022 and 2024
- Fronda's daughter disclosed the abuse during a forensic interview in January
- Fronda had previously admitted to some instances of abuse to police before his arrest
- Sentencing is scheduled for June 4 in Kanawha County Circuit Court
- Fronda faces 45 to 115 years in prison
What's Next
Fronda is scheduled to appear for sentencing on June 4 in Kanawha County Circuit Court. The significant range of 45 to 115 years reflects the multiple instances of abuse and the nature of the charges. The case remains pending until the sentencing hearing is completed.