Trial underway for city worker accused of sex crimes against child

A trial is underway in Oakland County Circuit Courtroom for a person accused of sexually assaulting a younger member of the family.

On the time the alleged assaults have been reported, the defendant – Brian Dodoro – was employed by the Troy Division of Public Works and was a volunteer assistant firefighter. He was positioned on depart from each after being charged in October 2024.

Officers mentioned the alleged assaults occurred a number of instances a number of years in the past, nevertheless it wasn’t till final 12 months that the alleged sufferer got here ahead. An in depth and thorough investigation was reportedly launched after Troy police acquired details about the alleged assaults.

The investigation didn’t reveal any felony exercise by Dodoro associated to his job or throughout his designated work schedule, officers mentioned.

Dodoro, 50, is charged with eight counts of first-degree felony sexual conduct and one depend of first-degree felony sexual conduct/assault with intent to commit sexual penetration. The alleged sufferer was underneath the age of 13 on the time of the alleged assault.

Decide Michael Warren is presiding over the trial. Dodoro was launched from jail final December after posting $250,000 bail, court docket data present.