Jose Aguilar has been arrested by the Hardee County Sheriff’s Office and is currently being held at the Hardee County Jail. He faces charges of sexual battery under Florida Statute 794.011 (8) (b), three counts of possession of child pornography under statute 827.071 (5), and unlawful use of a two-way communication device to commit a felony.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are seeking additional information or potential victims. The public is encouraged to contact Detective Jamie Wright at 863-773-0304, ext. 266 with any relevant information.
Colonel James “Chip” Roberts, EdD, is available for media inquiries at 863-773-0304 or jroberts@hardeeso.com.
No further details have been released at this time.
