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UPDATED Sep 6, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET
Sep 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Pasco deputy arrested on child molestation charges
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Pasco Sheriff Chris Nocco said former Corporal Donald Valverde was fired and arrested Friday after an under-18 victim came forward with allegations of unlawful sexual activity with a minor. Nocco said investigators began looking this week following the report, citing a custodial relationship and that the conduct occurred over a lengthy period.
WHO: Former Corporal Donald Valverde; Pasco Sheriff Chris Nocco; an under-18 victim (name not provided)
WHAT: Valverde was arrested and charged, including unlawful sexual activity with a minor, after allegations were reported.
WHEN: Sep 4, 2026
WHERE: Pasco County, Florida
WHY: The arrest followed allegations from an under-18 victim who came forward, prompting investigators to begin a case this week.
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