Darlene’s husband, David, was accused in 2008 of abusing his position of authority to have sexual contact with a seventeen-year-old girl. David later admitted to abusing his power and apologized for the official misconduct.
Jelani Maraj is accused of rape and has been found guilty of sexual assault. She is said to have raped an 11-year-old child.
One of the officers who arrested the girl’s boyfriend for domestic violence was David. David later returned alone and raped the girl, according to the girl.
Despite the fact that David was charged with rape, Darlene did not abandon him. She stayed with David throughout the court proceedings and emerged teary-eyed. She exuded complete trust and spoke to the media sternly outside the courthouse.
“I’ve come to show my support for my husband.” I have faith in him. He is one of my favorite people. He’s completely innocent.”After a court found David guilty, Rodriguez was given a one-year conditional discharge and was ordered to stay away from the teen for five years due to his plea. David resigned from New Rochelle after being found guilty.
