UPDATE: A 35-year-old man, identified as George Valle, has been arrested following a reported sexual assault of a teenage girl in the Santa Clara Riverbed in Canyon Country. The incident occurred Monday morning, and authorities are actively investigating—prompting urgent community concerns.
Officials from the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station confirmed that Valle was taken into custody shortly after the victim reported the assault. According to Sgt. Joseph Mesa of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, the investigation is still in its early stages. However, he reassured the public that detectives do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the community.
The assault was reported at the intersection of Soledad Canyon Road and Camp Plenty Road. Deputies responded swiftly to the scene and located both the suspect and the victim, leading to Valle’s arrest without incident. He is suspected of violating section 261(a)1 of the California Penal Code, which pertains to sexual assault involving individuals incapable of giving legal consent due to mental or physical disabilities.
Valle remains in custody with a bail set at $265,000, following a previous arrest on October 31 for a petty theft charge. He is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday at the San Fernando Courthouse.
As investigators delve deeper into this alarming case, community members are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. The Special Victims Bureau continues to gather evidence and will provide updates as they develop.
This incident underscores the critical need for awareness and safety measures in local areas, especially for vulnerable populations. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
