A Timeline of Allegations and Arrest
Roberto Carlos Huezo Garcia, a 30‑year‑old former soccer coach, was taken into custody on June 30, 2026, after a lengthy investigation revealed a series of alleged sexual offenses against minors. The case, which spans several states, has drawn attention from law‑enforcement agencies and youth sports organizations alike.
According to court documents, the alleged misconduct occurred between spring 2025 and early 2026 during soccer tournaments and practice sessions in Florida, Pennsylvania, Washington, as well as in Baltimore and Harford counties. Detectives interviewed two boys, ages 13 and 14, who described how Garcia offered massages, touched their private areas, masturbated alongside them, displayed pornography, and promised money or gifts in exchange for sexual acts.
Prosecutors have charged Garcia with four counts of sexual solicitation of a minor, three counts of indecent exposure, two counts of displaying obscene material to a minor, and a single count of continuous sexual abuse of a minor. The indictment reflects a coordinated effort by investigators across jurisdictions to piece together a pattern of abuse that stretched over multiple states.
Garcia, who previously coached several private soccer teams, was suspended from all coaching activities following the initial reports. Authorities executed a search warrant, gathered digital evidence, and secured statements from victims and witnesses before presenting the case to a grand jury. He remains held without bond pending further proceedings.
The next court hearing is scheduled for September 11, 2026. In the meantime, the Baltimore County Police Department, which led the investigation in Maryland, has emphasized the importance of vigilance within youth sports programs. Officials hope the case will prompt stronger safeguards and awareness to protect children from similar misconduct in the future.