MARQUETTE, MI— An Ely Township man was found guilty of 2nd degree criminal sexual conduct-person under 13 on Thursday, following a three-day trial in Marquette.
Bruce Ilves faces at least 5 and up to 15 years in prison, based on a 2003 conviction on the same charge.
A witness testified at the trial regarding prior sexual abuse that she suffered at the hands of Ilves when she was a minor child. Prosecutor Jenna Nelson commended the bravery of the victim in this case, along with Ilves’ other victims, in coming forward and facing him in court.
Sentencing is set for July 9th in 25th Circuit Court.
