Former youth coach arrested on sex abuse charges

Hood River, Ore. — A former youth sports coach has been arrested on 13 charges of sex abuse involving a minor. 24-year old Gerardo Morales worked in various sports and youth group programs, according to Hood River County Sheriff Matt English. The sheriff declined to specify which programs.

Investigators believe there may be more victims.

Anyone who has information about Morales or other potential victims is asked to contact Hood River sheriff’s detectives.

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