Preschool Teacher Sherry Bernal Arrested for Alleged Inappropriate Relationship with 15-Year-Old

In a joint operation on December 14, 2023, Detectives from the West Covina Police Department, in collaboration with Agents from the Department of Homeland Security Child Exploitation Investigative Group, apprehended 33-year-old Sherry Bernal. The arrest stems from an ongoing investigation into an alleged inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old male juvenile.

Sherry Bernal, a resident and preschool teacher in the City of Glendora, now faces a series of charges, including possession of obscene material involving a minor in a sexual act, use of an underage person for obscene material, harmful matter of a minor sent with sexual intent, contact with a minor with an intent for sex, and arranging to meet a minor for sexual purposes. Her bail was set at $180,000; however, she was released on bond pending a future court appearance.

The arrest raises concerns about child safety and the potential exploitation of minors within educational settings. The West Covina Police Department is actively urging anyone with information related to this matter to come forward and assist in their ongoing investigation. Concerned individuals can contact detectives at (626)939-8500 to share relevant information.