A Cal Fire firefighter has been rearrested on multiple felony charges, including rape and kidnapping, after three women accused him of sexual assault at a Temecula fire station. One victim has filed a civil lawsuit against the state.
- David Renteria III, 51, faces 12 felony counts for assaults on three victims. - One victim alleges she was lured to Fire Station 96, held for six hours, and threatened.
- The lawsuit claims CAL FIRE negligently hired and supervised Renteria. - Authorities believe there may be additional victims and urge them to come forward.
The case highlights serious allegations of misconduct by a public safety official, with legal action seeking accountability from both the individual and the agency.