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Aug 27, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
Former Officer Indicted on Sex Abuse Charges
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A Hernando County grand jury indicted former law enforcement officer David Agosto, 57, on six counts tied to alleged sexual abuse of a juvenile. The charges include capital sexual battery and lewd molestation, plus additional counts involving children ages 12 to 18. The investigation began after detectives received information on July 29, and Agosto was also arrested on marijuana-related charges after a residence search.
WHO: David Agosto, 57, former law enforcement officer
WHAT: Indicted on six counts related to alleged sexual abuse of a juvenile, including capital sexual battery and lewd molestation; also faced marijuana-related charges after a residence search.
WHEN: Reported Aug 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Hernando County, Florida
WHY: The indictment follows allegations of capital sexual battery and lewd molestation of a child, with the investigation starting after detectives received information on July 29.
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