Skip to content

TDLR Issues Emergency License Suspension Order of Wise County Athletic Trainer Accused of Sexual Assault of a Child and Indecency With A Child By Sexual Contact

| |

AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has issued an emergency license suspension order against an athletic trainer accused of indecency with a child by sexual contact.

Fernando Escobar of Decatur was arrested on August 21 in Wise County and charged with indecency with a child by sexual contact and then was arrested in Decatur on September 5 for sexual assault of a child.

Escobar’s license will remain suspended until the resolution of his criminal cases or until either a court orders that his athletic trainer license be reinstated or until TDLR authorizes lifting the suspension.

About TDLR

TDLR provides regulatory oversight for a broad range of occupations, businesses, facilities, and equipment in Texas, including the Texas Lottery and Charitable Bingo programs. The agency protects the health and safety of Texans by ensuring they are served by qualified, licensed professionals. Inspections of individuals, businesses, and equipment are done on a regular basis to safeguard the public. Currently, the agency regulates 41 business and occupational licensing programs with more than 1,000,000 licensees across the state.

Visit TDLR’s website for more information and resources. You can search the TDLR licensee database, and also find past violations in which a final order was issued against companies or individuals. TDLR’s Customer Service line is available anytime between 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, at 1-800-803-9202. TDLR representatives are fluent in English, Spanish and Vietnamese.

 

Posted in News

Leave a Comment