In October 2020, Deputy Andrew Menendez was charged with soliciting a minor via computer, sexual abuse by a person of trust, and third-degree sexual abuse involving a 15-year-old victim. In January 2024, he was convicted of sexual abuse by a guardian and third-degree sexual abuse. On April 11, 2024, Menendez was sentenced to 10-20 years for the first count and 90 days for the second, fined $5,500, and required to register as a sex offender for life.
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