The Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety (RPDPS) has arrested an adult male in connection with an investigation involving allegations of inappropriate contact with a minor under the age of 14 that occurred years prior.
On March 29, 2026, RPDPS Detectives arrested Courtland William Foster following an extensive and thorough investigation into allegations previously reported to the department. Through these investigative efforts, detectives identified information they believe corroborates the victim’s account. Detectives also received statements that were obtained during the course of the investigation from the suspect that are consistent with the allegations.
Foster was taken into custody without incident and subsequently booked into the Sonoma County Jail on the following charges:
• California Penal Code § 288(a) – Lewd or Lascivious Acts Upon a Child Under the Age of 14
• California Penal Code § 288(b) – Lewd or Lascivious Acts Upon a Child by Use of Force
• California Penal Code § 288(c)(1) – Lewd or Lascivious Acts Upon a Child Who is 14 or 15 Years Old
• California Penal Code § 220(a)(2) – Assault on a Person Under the Age of 18 with Intent to Commit
• California Penal Code § 311.11(a)(1) – Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material
• California Penal Code § 311.1(a) – Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material
• California Penal Code § 311.2(a) – Production of Child Sexual Abuse Material
The Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety is continuing to investigate the possibility of additional victims related to this case.
Due to the sensitive nature of this case, and in order to protect the identity and privacy of the victim, no additional details will be released at this time.
Corey Foster is being held in Sonoma County Jail with no bail at this time.
The Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety remains steadfast in its commitment to protecting children and safeguarding the community. Cases involving crimes against children are among the most serious and impactful, and RPDPS will continue to dedicate the necessary resources to thoroughly investigate such incidents. The department works closely with allied agencies and community partners to ensure victims are supported and offenders are held accountable under the law.
If you or anyone you know could be involved in this investigation, or anyone with additional information related to this investigation, or a similar incident, regardless of the timeframe it occurred, are encouraged to contact Sergeant Quinn at the Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety at (707) 584-2612.
