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Former Officer Accused of Abuse | Irvine News
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Former Garden Grove police officer Roberto Machuca faces felony charges after allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old in the police explorer program — accusations that could land him up to five years in prison and a decade on the sex offender registry. The alleged encounters began in May 2026, and Machuca was arrested the day after the department was alerted — turning himself in later with a $100K bail and firearm/passport restrictions. DA Todd Spitzer called the abuse of power “unacceptable,” as Machuca’s trust as a law enforcement officer was shattered. His departure from the force remains undisclosed.
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