Derrick Henderson

By Zak Failla From Daily Voice

A Maryland man is facing a long prison term after a jury found him guilty of sexually abusing a child in his own household, according to the Wicomico County State’s Attorney’s Office.

Derrick Henderson, 51, of Delmar, was convicted this week after a two-day trial in Salisbury, authorities announced late on Friday, Dec. 5. 

Specifically, Henderson was found guilty of:

Two counts of sexual abuse of a minor;

Attempted second-degree rape;

Attempted sexual offense;

Sexual solicitation of a minor.

Prosecutors said the abuse happened in 2024 inside Henderson’s home. No additional details were released to protect the child.

“The survivor in this case exhibited the utmost courage in disclosing the sexual abuse, and in testifying at trial," State’s Attorney Jamie L. Dykes said. "I thank law enforcement for their diligent efforts and thorough investigation, which allowed this defendant to be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”

Henderson will stay in custody until sentencing, which will take place after a mandatory pre-sentence investigation and mental health assessment.