The Tavares Police Department is currently on the hunt for 30-year-old Orlando De La Rosa Jimenez, who is suspected of capital sexual battery involving a victim under 12 years old. Given the serious nature of the allegations, the search includes multiple law enforcement agencies. In a news release by the Tavares Police Department, it was disclosed that the investigation against Jimenez is not only local, but now involves federal authorities, according to ClickOrlando.
With the gravity of the crime darkening Tavares' doorstep, the community has been alerted to keep a watchful eye for Jimenez and urged to avoid direct interaction should they come upon him. The police directive is clear: do not approach, call 911 immediately. To ensure public cooperation and safety, the authorities have released several photos of Jimenez to aid in his identification. These photos include a 2022 Seminole County mugshot following his arrest for a first-degree misdemeanor for driving under the influence; his appearance might have changed, as more recent photos depict him with longer hair, as reported by WESH.
Orlando De La Rosa Jimenez is known to frequent the Tavares area but may also have connections to other cities nearby, widening the search scope. While the hunt for Jimenez spreads across multiple jurisdictions, the public remains an essential partner in providing any information that could lead to his capture.
This remains a developing story, with the ongoing investigation and search for Jimenez. Both ClickOrlando and WESH are closely following updates and will provide more information to the public as it becomes available.
