Authorities arrested a California pastor Thursday on suspicion of sexually abusing his adopted daughter, according to a press release from the Hesperia Police Department.
Authorities have arrested José Manuel Lozano, 54, a pastor and adoptive father from Hesperia, on suspicion of chronic sexual abuse of two young girls.The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department confirmed the arrest and detailed that Lozano faces charges of continuous sexual abuse of a minor, in a press release. said.
An investigation into allegations against Lozano as a foster parent and pastor ended with his arrest. The names of the churches have not been released, but the victims have been identified as two girls, ages 10 and 16. After his arrest, authorities booked Lozano into the High Desert Detention Center on $5 million bail. (Related: Methodology: Pastor arrested for offering drugs to watch couple have gay sex, police say)
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With this ongoing investigation, detectives believe there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward. They are appealing for anyone with information to contact them. If you would like more information about the incident, you can contact Deputy Frankie Zavala directly at 760-947-1500, according to a news release. If you wish to remain anonymous when making a report, you can use the WeTip hotline at 800-78-CRIME (27463) or submit information online through our website.
The Daily Caller has reached out to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department for comment on the charges against the pastor, but has not yet received a response.
