The Ephrata Police Department arrested 62 year-old Willie Camacho on 04/18/26 at approximately 8:45 p.m. for endangering the welfare of a child and simple assault related to domestic violence. Ephrata Officers responded to an address in the 100 bock of Park Avenue in Ephrata Borough for an incident involving a minor.  It was alleged that Camacho assaulted a minor and then fled and tried to hide from police.  Officers located Camacho a short time later and took him into custody.  Camacho was charged and taken to Lancaster County Prison and later arraigned.  Bail was set at $25,000.00 unsecured and Camacho was released.  The minor is receiving appropriate care and support.

As with all criminal cases, the accused is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.