Gregory M. Pearson, a 34-year-old resident of Niagara Falls, has been sentenced to spend the next 50 years to life in state prison for his conviction on multiple counts of Predatory Sexual Assault Against a Child. The crimes were committed in Niagara Falls between the years 2017 and 2021.
County Court Judge Caroline Wojtaszek imposed the maximum sentence on Pearson who was found guilty after a trial. Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman emphasized that the severe punishment ensures that Pearson will never have the opportunity to harm another child.
The case, which involved repeated sexual contact with two children who lived in defendant's home, was thoroughly investigated by the Niagara Falls Police Department. Assistant District Attorneys Rob Zucco and Liesel Marcantonio of the Special Victims Unit prosecuted the case, working diligently to bring justice to the victims and hold Pearson accountable for his heinous actions.
The allegations against Pearson were disturbing and too graphic to publish in full. These incidents occurred after Pearson moved into the residence where the victims lived. The victims were not related to him, but were the niece and nephew of a significant other that he lived with.
Alarmingly, while in jail Pearson was overheard by fellow inmates confessing to lying with the young boy and expressing ignorance about the severity of his actions.
"Their ma said it was okay for me to sleep with them in bed" and "I didn't even know it went in," said Pearson.
NOTE: THIS IS NOT A STATEMENT OF FACT. IT IS WHAT THE CONVICTED FELON STATED. THE MOTHER DID NOT EVER GIVE PERMISSION FOR HIM TO SLEEP WITH THE CHILDREN.
The lack of remorse and accountability played an additional factor in the sentence. The lengthy prison term imposed on Pearson reflects the gravity of his offenses and the lasting impact they have had on the victims and their families.
Child Predator from Niagara Falls Sentenced to 50 Years to Life in Prison.