Detectives are attempting to locate Jose Bernal (65), who r*ped a female victim as she sought assistance with her immigration status, according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD).
On November 12, 2024, the victim reported to police that she met with Jose Bernal, a 65-year-old who claimed to be an attorney, at his office located at 1203 E. 17th Street for immigration assistance.
Jose told the victim the process would cost $14,000, but said he would offer a discount if she entered into a relationship with him. When the victim declined and attempted to leave, he grabbed her and s*xually assaulted her in his office…