Stark County Prosecuting Attorney

An Alliance man has been sentenced to Life without Parole by the Stark County Court of Common Pleas for the R**e and Gross Sexual Imposition, of a minor.

Thank you to Assistant Prosecutor Kelsey DiFrancesco for obtaining justice for the victim.

Click Here to read the full Press Release: https://cms7files1.revize.com/starkcountyoh/Rupp%20Press.pdf??t=202605261157270&t=1779811059504&?t=202605261157270&t=1779811059504

Concerned about a child’s safety or well-being? Help is available. Call 330-455-KIDS (5437) or 1-800-233-KIDS (5437) and ask to speak with a referral specialist.

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Advocates play a critical role in helping victims navigate the criminal justice system, which is why maintaining healthy professional boundaries and prioritizing wellness is so important within advocacy work.

We are proud to share that our very own Victim/Witness Director, Kim Stanley, will be speaking at the NOVA52 Conference July 21–23, 2026, on the topic: Survivors Who Serve: Maintaining Professional Boundaries and Wellness in Advocacy Roles.

Kim’s dedication to supporting victims and families throughout the justice process makes her an impactful voice on the importance of wellness and healthy boundaries within advocacy roles.

Congrats, Kim!