Police in Southern California have arrested a man who described himself as a mystical Toltec shaman on suspicion of child sexual abuse spanning a decade.
Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Arrested Ricardo Flores, 59, was on his way back to the United States from Mexico on Wednesday.
Flores was booked into Smith Correctional Institution on suspicion of forcible rape, aggravated sexual assault of a child, lewd acts with a minor and continuous sexual abuse of a minor.
Police said “multiple victims” have accused Flores of abuse at multiple locations.
Researcher said Flores was a “religious leader” of “diverse shamanic communities” in Southern California, KABC-TV reported. shamanism It is defined as a religion practiced by indigenous peoples “characterized by belief in an invisible world of gods, demons and ancestral spirits who respond only to shamans.”
In early August, an alleged victim came forward to police, and police investigations have led to the identification of additional alleged victims.
KABC reported that Flores is the leader of the Cuscatlan church. Website The group showed a man matching Flores’ arrest photo, but who called himself “Coyote.” The shaman described himself as a follower of the Toltec tradition and trained in Tantric yoga and Western mysticism. Flores also Listed In church business applications.
Investigators said the abuse dates back 10 years, but they have not disclosed the number or ages of children involved, KABC reported.
Flores was booked into Smith Correctional Institution on suspicion of forcible rape, aggravated sexual assault of a child, lewd acts with a minor and continuous sexual abuse of a minor.
Police believe there may be more victims and are appealing for any information from the public that may assist their investigation.
At Cuscatlan Church, you can attend a spiritual ceremony for a $500 admission fee.
KABC News Video Report A video about Flores and his arrest was posted on YouTube.
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