06 March 2023
NEW YORK STATE POLICE
Major Vincent T. Lightcap
Troop D Commander
PRESS RELEASE
State Police in Fulton arrested Eric M. Barker, age 28 from Oswego, NY for Endangering the Welfare of an Incompetent/Physically Disabled Person 1st degree, (class “E” felony), Sexual Abuse 2nd degree (class “A” misdemeanor), and Forcible Touching (class “A” misdemeanor).
Barker, who worked as a Direct Support Professional at the Individual Residence Alternative in the village of Hannibal is accused of having sexual contact with a 22-year-old female resident.
On March 4, 2023, Barker was arraigned at the Oswego County CAP Court and was released on his own recognizance.
Barker is employed by Oswego County Opportunities.