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Records: Kerr Together suspends ties to recovery group after accused sex offender found working near children
By Dillon Collier at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 10, 2026
· 3 min read
Disaster recovery coalition Kerr Together suspended its ties to a Hill Country recovery group after determining a man charged with sexually assaulting a child had been near children at river cleanup sites.In a June 23 letter sent to the Rampart Vigilance Foundation, Kerr Together announced it is ...
Key takeaway In a June 23 letter sent to the Rampart Vigilance Foundation, Kerr Together announced it is stopping all operations conducted by the foundation as part of the agreement between the two organizations.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The suspension of ties between Kerr Together and the Rampart Vigilance Foundation raises concerns about the vetting process for volunteers working with children in disaster recovery efforts. As San Antonio area organizations continue to collaborate on recovery projects, the need for thorough background checks and strict adherence to bond conditions becomes increasingly evident. The fact that Lopez was able to work near children despite facing serious charges highlights the potential risks associated with inadequate oversight. The impact of this incident may be felt beyond Kerr County, as local residents and parents may begin to question the safety protocols in place for volunteers working with children in Bexar County and surrounding areas. The upcoming hearing on Lopez's bond violation will be closely watched, and the outcome may have implications for how local organizations balance the need for volunteers with the need to protect vulnerable populations.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Disaster recovery coalition Kerr Together suspended its ties to a Hill Country recovery group after determining a man charged with sexually assaulting a child had been near children at river cleanup sites.In a June 23 letter sent to the Rampart Vigilance Foundation, Kerr Together announced it is ...
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