DATE/TIME: 8/31/2026 4:45 PM
TYPE OF INCIDENT: Sheriff Tina Nieto Releases Statement Regarding Announcement of Arrest Warrants Issued in Investigation of Infant Found Deceased on Struve Road
LOCATION: 1414 Natividad Road, Salinas, Monterey County, California
MEDIA CONTACT: Andres Rosas, Commander; Phone: 831-261-5492; Email: rosasae@countyofmonterey.gov
Monterey County Sheriff Tina Nieto has released a statement regarding the announcement of suspects related to the death of Baby Angelita, an infant who was found deceased on Struve Road in Monterey County on August 1st, 2026.
Additionally, the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office is releasing three additional photos of Sergio Galvez Perez, who is wanted on numerous felony violations. Sergio Galvez Perez has been identified as being in a musical group and the images being released may be recognizable to the community from some of his public appearances.
We again ask the public to call 9-1-1 if you see Sergio Galvez Perez or his 14-year-old daughter. Do not approach him. Information on their whereabouts can also be provided to Detective Richard Geng at 831759-7279 or Detective Sergeant Nicholas Kennedy at 831-755-3773. Information can be provided anonymously.
Please see Sheriff Tina Nieto’s statement via the link below:
Link: Statement from Sheriff Tina Nieto – 08-31-2026
