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Man turns himself in after allegedly exposing himself to minors at Weslaco park: Records
By Mia Morales at ValleyCentral
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Weslaco police arrested a man who allegedly exposed himself to children at a park and then reported himself to police, according to a criminal complaint obtained by ValleyCentral. Anthony Peralez, 25, of Weslaco, was charged with indecency with a child, a third-...
Key takeaway Anthony Peralez, 25, of Weslaco, was charged with indecency with a child, a third-degree felony, Hidalgo County jail records show.
Why this matters in The Brownsville
The arrest of Anthony Peralez in Weslaco raises concerns about public safety in the Rio Grande Valley's parks and recreational areas. As a major border and immigration hub, the Valley has a large and diverse population, with many families relying on local parks for outdoor activities. The fact that Peralez allegedly targeted minors at a park underscores the need for increased vigilance and community awareness. In Brownsville , the city police department and Cameron County government have a responsibility to ensure that public spaces are safe for all residents, particularly children. The incident in Weslaco may prompt local authorities to review their own protocols for monitoring and responding to incidents at parks and other public areas, and to consider additional measures to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Weslaco police arrested a man who allegedly exposed himself to children at a park and then reported himself to police, according to a criminal complaint obtained by ValleyCentral. Anthony Peralez, 25, of Weslaco, was charged with indecency with a child, a third-...
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