Convicted Rapist Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison, Faces Deportation to Philippines

Ambrocio Teves, a 57-year-old man, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for raping three female minors, aged 11 and 12, between 2012 and 2021. Teves pleaded guilty to three counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct and now faces deportation to the Philippines after serving his sentence.

The three victims testified at the sentencing hearing, expressing how Teves' crimes robbed them of their childhood and will affect them for the rest of their lives. Prosecutors noted the serious harm caused to the victims and requested the maximum sentence of 25 years, while the defense requested a minimum sentence of 15 years, considering Teves' status as a first-time offender.

Presiding Judge Alberto Lamorena III granted the prosecution's request for the maximum sentence earlier this month. The Attorney General's office thanked the victims for their bravery and courage in testifying.

Why this matters: This case highlights the severe consequences faced by those who commit sexual crimes against minors and the importance of holding offenders accountable for their actions. It also highlights the long-lasting impact of such crimes on the victims and their families.

Teves, a citizen of the Philippines, is now on the list to be deported from Guam after serving his sentence. The Attorney General is working with federal immigration authorities and the victims to decide when he should be deported.

The sentencing of Teves is part of a larger effort by Attorney General Douglas Moylan and his sex crimes prosecutors to prosecute child rapists and molesters in Guam. Other recent cases include the sentencing of convicted child molester Darrell Lujan to 20 years in prison and the filing of rape charges against RayJohn Quichocho Lizama for repeatedly raping a young girl.

Key Takeaways

• Ambrocio Teves, 57, sentenced to 25 yrs for raping 3 minors, 11-12 yrs old.
• Teves pleaded guilty to 3 counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct.
• Victims testified, expressing loss of childhood and lifelong impact of crimes.
• Teves to be deported to Philippines after serving sentence.
• Part of AG's effort to prosecute child rapists and molesters in Guam.