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Gilbert police arrest man after investigation involving two alleged child-ab abuse victims
David W. Edwards, 59, was arrested Wednesday and booked on charges of sexual conduct with a minor. Gilbert police said the investigation began in February 2025 after a report from one victim and later identified a second person who reported additional incidents.
A 59-year-old Gilbert man was arrested Wednesday and booked into jail on charges of sexual conduct with a minor, according to Gilbert police.
Police said the investigation into David W. Edwards began in February 2025, after a person reported being sexually abused as a child. The department’s Special Victims Unit later identified a second victim, who reported additional incidents involving Edwards, police said.
The allegations have not been proven in court. Police have not released further details about the reported incidents.
Anyone with information related to the investigation can contact Gilbert police at 480-503-6500 or submit an anonymous tip through the department’s website.