A disturbing case of incest and child abuse has emerged from California, raising serious concerns about child protection and the dangers young girls face even within their own homes.
A 38-year-old California man, identified as Sergio Galves Perez, is currently on the run with his 14-year-old daughter after authorities discovered that he had sexually abused and impregnated her. The horrifying case came to light after the teenage girl’s newborn baby was found dead along a remote road, triggering an urgent police investigation.
What We Know So Far
Sergio Galves Perez, the biological father of the young girl, is believed to have subjected his own daughter to repeated sexual abuse, resulting in her pregnancy at just 14 years of age. When the newborn was discovered lifeless on a remote road, law enforcement agencies immediately launched a manhunt for the suspect.
As of the time of reporting, both Perez and his daughter remain missing, and authorities are actively searching for them.
A Wake-Up Call for Child Protection
This deeply troubling case is a stark reminder that child sexual abuse does not only happen with strangers — in many cases, the perpetrator is someone the child trusts, often a family member or close relation.
In Nigeria, this reality is unfortunately not far from home. According to UNICEF Nigeria*, approximately *1 in 4 girls in the country has experienced sexual violence before the age of 18, with a significant number of cases involving people known to the victims.
What Should You Do If You Suspect Child Abuse?
If you know of any child being abused — sexually, physically, or emotionally — here is what you can do:
– Report immediately to the nearest police station or Child Protection Unit
– Contact the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP)* via their hotline: *0800-NAPTIP-1
– Reach out to UNICEF Nigeria* or local NGOs such as **CLEEN Foundation** or *Child Protection Network
– Do not stay silent — your report could save a child’s life
The Bigger Conversation We Must Have
Cases like this should push Nigerian families, communities, religious leaders, and government agencies to have honest, open conversations about child safety, sex education, and the importance of creating safe spaces where children can speak up without fear.
Parents must be vigilant. Teachers must be observant. Neighbours must not look away.
> “It takes a village to raise a child — and it takes that same village to protect one.”
The search for Sergio Galves Perez continues. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is urged to contact local law enforcement immediately.
If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual abuse, please reach out to a trusted authority figure or contact a child protection helpline in your area.
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