The report says Michael Avila, aged 20, was arrested in Norwalk after investigators linked him to alleged incidents believed to have taken place in February in Westminster.
The coach is reportedly employed at a Los Angeles-area high school, although the school has not been publicly identified. Police have also not disclosed the alleged victim’s gender.
The reported allegations include:
Those are allegations tied to an arrest, not findings of guilt. The case has not been established in court, and further details remain limited.
The report says Westminster police are leading the investigation, several months after the alleged February incident. Authorities are seeking information from anyone who may have knowledge of the case or related events.
That appeal places the focus on safeguarding within school football. Coaches hold positions of trust and responsibility, making transparent reporting and proper investigative procedures essential whenever allegations involve a minor.
The identity of the school has not been released, and there is no confirmed public detail about whether Avila remains involved in coaching. Any decisions involving his role would depend on the investigation and the relevant school or district processes.
The next developments are likely to come from Westminster police, the courts or the school connected with the coaching role. Until then, the central storyline remains the investigation, with officials asking potential witnesses to provide information while the allegations are assessed.