Man Charged With Rape, Sodomy, Child Molestation, Incest: Police

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA – The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man Tuesday and charged him with rape, sodomy, child molestation, incest and two counts of enticing a child for indecent purposes, according to deputies.

The Fugitive Unit's investigation and surveillance led to the arrest of Pedro Rivera-Almendares, 42.

"Removing criminals from our community, so they aren't free to victimize others is a rewarding career, but there's a special satisfaction in arresting someone accused of preying on vulnerable children," reads the Sheriff's Facebook page regarding the arrest.

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"We hope that two very brave children feel a little safer knowing that he's being held in our jail without bond," the post concluded.

If you suspect a child may be the victim of a predator, don't be silent. There are many resources to can contact to begin an investigation. You can dial 911, contact Department of Family and Children Services at 855-GACHILD or call the National Sexual Assault hotline at 800-656-HOPE.

Photo courtesy Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office