Riverside County deputy arrested for sexually assaulting department volunteer

A Riverside County Sheriff's Office deputy has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a department volunteer over the weekend.

Investigators were made aware of the allegations Friday, when a volunteer told a deputy about the assault, which occurred on an undisclosed date, according to an RSO news release.

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

They were quickly able to find enough evidence that Deputy Alexander Vanny, 33, had committed a sexual assault against the adult victim, according to the release.

He was arrested Saturday and charged with several sexual assault-related charges, deputies said.

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

As the investigation continues, detectives are asking anyone with more information to contact them at (951) 955-1698.