A 44-year-old San Antonio man is the subject of a felony arrest warrant after investigators say he touched a 14-year-old girl while she slept. The alleged incident happened in the early morning hours of April 21 at a home in northwest Bexar County. The girl later underwent a forensic medical exam and was interviewed by child-advocacy specialists as the probe moved forward.
Investigation and Warrant
According to News 4 San Antonio, a Bexar County Sheriff’s Office affidavit states that the teenager told family members Jonathan Tamayo entered her room and touched her inappropriately while she was in bed. During questioning, the affidavit says, Tamayo denied the allegation and said he had only checked on the child and given her medication because she felt ill. An arrest warrant for indecency with a child, contact, was issued Friday, May 22.
Forensic Exam and ChildSafe
The teen was taken to Santa Rosa Children’s Hospital for a forensic medical exam and was later interviewed at ChildSafe, the county's child-advocacy center. ChildSafe explains that forensic interviews are conducted by specially trained interviewers, are recorded, and are coordinated with law enforcement and medical staff so children tell their story one time rather than repeatedly. Santa Rosa Children’s Hospital serves as the region’s pediatric facility and performs forensic medical exams along with other pediatric evaluations.
Charges, Prior Report and Legal Context
The arrest warrant charges Tamayo with indecency with a child, contact, which is a felony offense under Texas law. As outlined by News 4 San Antonio, the affidavit also references a separate 2025 San Antonio Police Department report involving another 14-year-old that was not prosecuted at the time due to insufficient evidence. Texas law defines indecency with a child under Penal Code section 21.11, which criminalizes sexual contact with someone younger than 17 and carries significant penalties (Tex. Penal Code §21.11).
What Comes Next and Where to Get Help
It was not immediately clear whether deputies had located Tamayo. An arrest warrant is an allegation, not proof of guilt, and the case will move through the courts if an arrest is made. Anyone with information about the investigation is urged to contact local law enforcement. Suspected child abuse can also be reported to the Texas Abuse Hotline at 1-800-252-5400 or online. The Texas Abuse Hotline and local advocacy groups can connect families with medical care and support services while a case is investigated.
