The Salida Police Department issued a press release over the weekend regarding an adult involved in an inappropriate relationship with a juvenile. Nicholas Engelhart, 31, was arrested on charges including contributing to the delinquency of a minor (a misdemeanor), as well as attempted sexual assault, criminal attempt, and sexual assault (all felonies). Engelhart is currently being held in the Chaffee County Detention Center on a $50,000 cash-only bond.
The investigation is ongoing, and the Salida Police Department is requesting assistance from the community. If you have any information that may help in this case, please contact the Salida Police Department.