"A woman who was looking for legal assistance with her immigration status was raped by a man claiming to be an attorney - who then offered her cash and a discount to buy her silence - authorities say. Santa Ana police are now asking for the public's help in their search for the 65-year-old suspect, Jose Bernal. The victim reported the incident to police on Nov. 12, 2024, saying that she met with Bernal,"
"According to police, Bernal told the woman that the process would cost $14,000 but that he would offer a discount if she entered a relationship with him. When the victim declined and attempted to leave, he grabbed her and sexually assaulted her in his office, police allege. Afterward, Bernal allegedly offered the victim $400 and a discount on her case if she did not contact the police."
A woman seeking legal assistance with her immigration status reported being raped after meeting a man who said he was an attorney. The meeting took place at an office on 1203 E. 17th St. in Santa Ana. The man, identified as 65-year-old Jose Bernal, allegedly quoted a $14,000 fee and said he would offer a discount if the woman entered a relationship with him. When she declined and tried to leave, he allegedly grabbed and sexually assaulted her. He later allegedly offered $400 and a discount on her case to prevent her from contacting authorities. Police released a physical description and requested tips, providing Detective M. Tapia's contact information.
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