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Shawn Edward Shaffer

Staff Reports

Corona – On Fri., Mar. 6, the Corona Police Department was contacted by multiple male adults who stated that they had been victims of sexual abuse as juveniles in the City of Corona.
Corona Police Detectives began an investigation into the allegations and on Mon., Mar. 9, arrested Shawn Edward Shaffer, 54, of Corona, for multiple counts of sexual molestation on a juvenile under 16 years of age. Shaffer is currently being held in the Robert Presley Detention Center on $3 million bail.
It has been reported to the Corona Police Department that Shaffer may have been conducting youth Bible studies in his home in Corona, and that he frequents local skateboard parks.
Parents are encouraged to talk with their children about any contact they may have had with Shaffer, and to call the Corona Police Department if they feel that their children may be a victim of abuse.

This is an ongoing investigation and any information concerning possible victims and or witnesses is appreciated. Please contact Detective Martin Vega at (951) 871-5796.