San Jose Middle School Assistant Principal Arrested in Super Bowl Sex Abuse Sting

Authorities say the assistant principal communicated with an undercover officer posing as a minor and arranged to meet for sex.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A 45-year-old assistant principal at a San Jose middle school was arrested in a sex abuse sting operation related to the Super Bowl. In messages with an undercover officer posing as a minor, the assistant principal, Guzman, acknowledged the child's underage status and offered money in exchange for sexual acts. Guzman arranged to meet the minor in San Jose, but was arrested upon arrival.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to crack down on sex crimes and human trafficking around major sporting events like the Super Bowl, though experts have debunked claims of a direct link between the Super Bowl and increased sex trafficking.

The details

According to police, Guzman communicated with the undercover officer, acknowledging the minor's underage status and offering money in exchange for sexual acts. Guzman then arranged to meet the minor in San Jose, where he was arrested upon arrival. Police found items "consistent with the planned encounter" on Guzman at the time of his arrest.

  • Guzman was arrested on February 13, 2026 as part of an annual sex trafficking enforcement surge during Super Bowl week.

The players

Guzman

A 45-year-old assistant principal at a San Jose middle school who was arrested in a sex abuse sting operation related to the Super Bowl.

Oakland Police Department

Arrested 45 people related to human trafficking as part of its operations leading up to the Super Bowl.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Guzman's bail status in the coming days.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing debate around the relationship between major sporting events and sex trafficking, with experts challenging the narrative promoted by law enforcement agencies. It also raises questions about the tactics used in these sting operations and their potential impact on vulnerable communities.