A Pasco County deputy has been fired and arrested on multiple charges following allegations of unlawful sexual activity with a minor. Sheriff Chris Nocco announced the arrest after an underage victim came forward with what he described as horrendous allegations against Corporal Donald Valverde. The investigation began this week after the victim reported that the abuse occurred over a lengthy period while they had a custodial relationship. Valverde faces two counts of lewd and lascivious molestation along with unlawful sexual activity with a minor according to police sources. Nocco praised the victim for their bravery and encouraged any other potential victims to come forward with similar allegations.
Key Points:
- Corporal Donald Valverde was arrested after an underage victim came forward with allegations of sexual abuse
- Valverde has been with the sheriff’s office since 2015 and previously worked in the patrol division before being transferred to a logistical division
- The deputy faced two counts of lewd and lascivious molestation as well as unlawful sexual activity with a minor
- Nocco noted that Valverde had been under investigation before for domestic situations but could not be terminated due to lack of evidence
