šØ BLAIRSTOWN MAN ARRESTED IN CHILD SEXUAL ASSAULT INVESTIGATION
Police arrested David L. James of Blairstown following a months-long investigation into the sexual assault of a child. The 56-year-old faces multiple charges, including aggravated sexual assault, and could receive a life sentence if he is convicted.
š PHILLIPSBURG, NJ ā A 56-year-old Blairstown man has been arrested following a months-long investigation into the alleged sexual abuse of a minor, authorities announced.
David L. James, 56, of Blairstown, is facing multiple criminal charges after the Phillipsburg Police Department reportedly received information on July 3, 2026, concerning the sexual assault of a child.
š Prosecutors said an investigation was launched following the report and authorities ultimately identified James as the person allegedly responsible. Officials said James and the victim were known to each other, but additional details about their relationship were not released.
Nearly two months after police received the initial report, James was arrested and charged with:
š¹ Aggravated sexual assault š¹ Two counts of sexual assault š¹ Endangering the welfare of a child
āļø Prosecutors said James faces a potential maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted of the aggravated sexual assault charge.
The investigation was conducted by authorities following the initial report to Phillipsburg Police.
ā ļø IMPORTANT: The charges against James are allegations. He is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.