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San Jose Councilman Omar Torres arrested for sex crimes with a minor
[LAWENFORCEMENTTODAY] On Tuesday, November 5th, San Jose Councilmember Omar Torres was arrested on suspicion of child molestation charges. As of this writing, Torres is being held in the Santa Clara County Main Jail without bail.According to FOX2, the San Jose Police Department (SJPD) confirmed that Torres' arrest was related to "an ongoing investigation of crimes related to lewd acts with a child." More information about the alleged charges is forthcoming. Torres' attorney presents a different story, saying that his client had his office submit a resignation letter earlier and that coincidentally, the arrest happened a few hours later. Calls for Torres' resignation have grown in recent weeks after it was revealed that he was under investigation by SJPD for child sex crimes. The councilmember initially said that those accusations were false. Residents have launched a petition to recall Torres, with many in the community saying enough is enough and that he is no longer fit to serve. That recall process, however, could take months and requires signatures. Torres' attorney previously said that private communication between his client and another man was "simply sexual fantasy and role play" and that Torres "was a victim of extortion." Councilmember Bien Doan, Torres' colleague, said that the police investigation into Torres was extensive and that the resignation did in fact follow Torres' arrest. He said, "This action marks a crucial step toward accountability and I am pleased he has finally stepped down in the best interest of the people of District 3. This is a pivotal moment for our city. We must work together to restore trust in our city council and ensure that the actions of one individual do not overshadow the collective responsibility we have to our communities. The people of our city deserve leaders who are committed to transparency, integrity, and service." Posted by: Fred 2024-11-08 |
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