Full Notification

DATE/TIME: January 18, 2021

INCIDENT: Sexual Molestation of a Minor Arrest

LOCATION: The Town of Apple Valley

SUSPECT(S): George Mantooth, age 68 a resident of Apple Valley

VICTIM(S): Confidential


SUMMARY: On January 12, 2021, investigators assigned to the Apple Valley Sheriff's Station investigated allegations of sexual molestation involving a female juvenile victim who was sexually molested by the suspect, George Mantoooth. During the investigation investigators identified an additional female victim and learned Mantooth raped her continuously from the age of 13 years old into adulthood.

On January 13, 2021, investigators served a search warrant at Mantooth's Apple Valley residence. Investigators collected evidence that will assist in the prosecution of this case. Mantooth was arrested and booked at the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department's High Desert Detention Center for sexual molestation of a minor. Mantooth is believed to be a sexual predator. Investigators believe there may be additional juvenile victims and his booking photo has been released.


Investigators are asking for the public’s help in locating additional victims. Anyone with information pertaining to this case is urged to contact Deputy Brandon Clancy 706-240-7400. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call the "We-Tip Hotline" at 800-78-CRIME (27463) or utilize the "We-Tip" website at www.wetip.com.



Refer: Detective V. Lopez

Station: Apple Valley

Phone No. (760)240-7400

Case No. 182100191

JOHN McMAHON, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department