Riverside County officer arrested for sexually assaulting department volunteers

A Riverside County Sheriff’s Office deputy was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a department volunteer over the weekend.

Investigators became aware of the allegations on Friday when a volunteer told an officer about the assault, which occurred on an undisclosed date, according to a statement from the RSO.

“Recognizing the seriousness of the situation, the deputy immediately reported the incident to his superior,” the statement said.

They were able to quickly find sufficient evidence that 33-year-old Deputy Alexander Vanny had sexually abused the adult victim, the statement said.

He was arrested Saturday and charged with multiple counts of sexual assault, officials said.

“Vanny was hired by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office in May 2016 and was most recently assigned to the Hemet Sheriff’s Station,” the statement said. “He has been placed on unpaid administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.”

Because the investigation is ongoing, investigators are asking anyone with additional information to contact them at (951) 955-1698.