The West Covina Police Department brought a 33-year-old preschool teacher to book on Friday, following allegations of her engaging in unlawful activities with a minor. Sherry Bernal, a Glendora resident, was ensnared by detectives from the local police in conjunction with agents from the Department of Homeland Security Child Exploitation Investigative Group on December 14.
Bernal faces a litany of charges cogitating with child exploitation; it's been reported that the accusations include possession of obscene material, exploitation of an underage person, and sexual acts targeted at a 15-year-old boy, making for a weighty case that has disturbed the quiet fabric of this suburban community. She was released on bond, her bail having been set at a total of $180,000, pending her appearance in court.
An official statement from the West Covina Police draws attention to the seriousness of the situation, urging "anyone with information related to this matter to contact detectives at (626) 939-8500." The department remains on high alert, appealing to the public to come forward to further their investigation into the disconcerting affair.
For more information regarding the case, visit the West Covina Police Department's alert.
