On November 21, 2013, Deputies responded to the Cobra Valley Regional Medical Center in reference to a report of a possible sexual assault. Upon arrival Deputies were able to determine that one juvenile had possibly been sexually assaulted and an additional three other juveniles may also be victims of previous sexual assaults.

Detectives from the Gila County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched and are continuing to follow up with necessary investigative interviews and exams. As this is an active investigation no further details are being released at this time. As the investigation continues more information may be released as it becomes available.   back...