Central Texas sheriff asking for information on suspect in child sex abuse case

Uvaldo Perez Hernandez(Coryell County Sheriff)
Published: Dec. 17, 2025 at 5:15 PM CST

GATESVILLE, Texas (KWTX) - The Coryell County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help with information concerning Uvaldo Perez Hernandez, 65, of Jonesboro, Texas.

According to the sheriff’s office, Hernandez was taken into custody on Dec. 16 and charged with continuous sexual assault of a child.

The investigation is ongoing and investigators want to learn more about Hernandez’s interaction with children.

“This case is of the upmost importance,” the sheriff’s office said.

No further information was provided.

The sheriff’s office can be reached at 254-865-7201.

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