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Police: New York paramedic had sex with teen girl

Bail for Joel Pierce set at $25,000

The Long Island Press

NEW YORK — Nassau police arrested a New York City Fire Department paramedic from Great Neck on charges he had sex with a teenage girl younger than 17.

Joel Pierce pleaded not guilty Monday to third-degree rape and engaging in a criminal sex act. He also was charged with child endangerment.

A judge set his bail at $25,000, which he posted shortly after his court appearance.

Full story: Pierce also serves as volunteer firefighter