Overview
- David Josue Lopes, 38, was charged with one felony count of forcible lewd act upon a child under 14, with allegations of aggravated kidnapping and infliction of bodily harm.
- Authorities say the Nov. 5 incident occurred inside a Hollywood restaurant where the child was taken to an enclosed area and physically and sexually assaulted.
- Lopes pleaded not guilty at a Nov. 10 arraignment and remains held without bail, with a Dec. 12 hearing scheduled at the Foltz Criminal Justice Center.
- District Attorney Nathan Hochman called the allegations horrifying and pledged to use every legal tool available to seek justice for the victim.
- Detectives are seeking tips about potential additional victims, and reporting differs on whether the victim was 14 or under 14 as reflected in the DA’s charge language.