A former youth softball coach in North Texas was sentenced to 50 years in prison without parole for the sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl in Prosper, the Collin County District Attorney confirmed, according to CBS News.
Key facts:
- Michael Garcia, 37, was convicted by a Collin County jury of child sex assault and continuous sexual assault of a child.
- Prosecutors say the case began when medical staff contacted police after the girl became pregnant.
- DNA evidence and a search of Garcia's phone led to his arrest, per prosecutors.
- Garcia was arrested in August of last year after he tried to flee the area. Deputies stopped him in Hill County, and he was taken to the Collin County Jail.
- The city of Prosper said Garcia was previously affiliated with the Prosper Baseball Softball Association (PBSA) as a coach.
- PBSA terminated his role immediately after the arrest and notified the families of players he had coached.
- Police said they are concerned there may be additional victims.
What the city and the league are saying
In a news release, Prosper police said the city is working with PBSA to ensure the safety, support, and protection of all youth participants and their families.
Anyone with information related to the case should contact Prosper police.
Source: CBS News