Religious Advisor Charged with Sexual and Indecent Assault

George Giorgetti faces multiple charges after allegations of abuse at a local recovery program

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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George Giorgetti, a local religious advisor in El Paso, Texas, has been arrested and charged with sexual assault and indecent assault. The charges come after a civil lawsuit was filed last April, accusing Giorgetti and a local recovery program of sexually abusing five men enrolled in a court-mandated treatment program. Giorgetti previously worked as a victim advocate for the El Paso District Attorney's Office for nearly 10 years before being terminated, though the reason for his termination is unclear.

Why it matters

The allegations against Giorgetti raise serious concerns about the abuse of power and trust within religious and recovery communities. The case highlights the need for greater oversight and accountability in these settings to protect vulnerable individuals seeking help and guidance.

The details

According to arrest records, Giorgetti was arrested on December 17 for one count of sexual assault and released the same day. He was then arrested on December 24 on an indecent assault charge and released the same day. The charges against Giorgetti are connected to a civil lawsuit filed in April 2025, which accused him and a local recovery program, Casa Vida de Salud, of sexually abusing five men enrolled in a court-mandated treatment program.

  • Giorgetti was arrested on December 17, 2026 for one count of sexual assault.
  • Giorgetti was arrested on December 24, 2026 for one count of indecent assault.

The players

George Giorgetti

A local religious advisor in El Paso, Texas who has been charged with sexual assault and indecent assault. Giorgetti previously worked as a victim advocate for the El Paso District Attorney's Office for nearly 10 years before being terminated.

Casa Vida de Salud

A 37-bed residential recovery center in central El Paso, operated by the Recovery Alliance of El Paso, a non-profit organization that provides residential and sober living recovery programs.

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What they’re saying

“We want the public to know that on July 25, 2024, the victims reported these allegations to the El Paso Police Department, where the matter remains under active investigation.”

— Jonathan Baeza, Attorney representing the victims (KFOX14/CBS4)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow George Giorgetti out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for greater oversight and accountability in religious and recovery communities to protect vulnerable individuals seeking help and guidance. The allegations against Giorgetti raise serious concerns about the abuse of power and trust within these settings.