Sanger Police Department Sex Abuse Lawyers at The Wagner Law Group Announce a Victim Hotline at (833) 200-7111
FRESNO, CA, January 30, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Fresno sex abuse lawyers at The Wagner Law Group have accomplished a major step forward in victim's rights by securing a 5.25-million-dollar settlement from the city of Sanger for a case relating to rapes and sexual assaults by a police officer. "This survivor can move on with her life now. The major tragedy in this case is the authority issue, the power issue that is so damaging in this case," says Butch Wagner of The Wagner Law Group.
Sanger sex abuse attorneys at The Wagner Law Group are available for no cost consultations at (833) 200-7111 for people who feel they were abused by members of the Sanger Police Department or any other police department. "We are representing multiple victims in this case and we strongly believe there are more victims whom have yet to come forward," says Wagner.
This case in Sanger spanned over 6 years with the last reported incident occurring in 2022. A former member of the Sanger Police Department named officer J.D. Torrence sexually assaulted women while on duty. He was convicted in Federal Court and is currently serving 5 consecutive life terms. Fresno injury attorneys at The Wagner Law Group believe there are more victims out there because officer Torrence was committing these crimes on a regular basis.
Former Sanger Police Department officer J.D. Torrence, was also convicted of kidnapping in addition to rape and other sexual assaults because of the nature of the crimes committed. He was convicted of forcing women into his police car and not letting them out and then sexually assaulting them. "We are encouraging anyone who has been abused by a member of the Sanger Police Department or J.D. Torrence or any other police officer to call our Victim Hotline at (833) 200-7111 now to speak with an injury attorney in Fresno for no cost to learn about seeking compensation," says Wagner.
This settlement is national news and in this particular case this is just the beginning of starting to attempt to compensate victims for the abuse of power by this for Sanger Police Department officer. Sex abuse attorneys at The Wagner Law Group are powerful victim's advocates and have recovered over 300 million dollars for victims. Sanger Police Chief John Reynolds previously addressed the case, calling Torrence's actions a profound violation of his position. "His actions represent one of the most serious betrayals of public trust possible," Sanger Police Chief Reynolds said.
With a track record of over 300 million dollars recovered for victims and a reputation as a 5-star reviewed premier law firm, the Wagner Law Group continues to advocate for injured individuals and families throughout Fresno, the Central Valley, and Lake Tahoe. Accident victims deserve clear information, experienced representation, and the opportunity to pursue fair compensation. The Accident Victim Hotline is available to help victims take the first step toward recovery and accountability.
About Wagner Law Group
Wagner Law Group is a California personal injury law firm dedicated to representing accident victims in Fresno, Lake Tahoe, and surrounding communities. Known for its results and client-focused approach, the firm has recovered over 300 million dollars for injury victims and maintains a 5-star reputation for legal excellence.
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