SAPD Seeks Arrest Warrant for Apartment Maintenance Worker in Attempted Sexual Assault

Suspect Jesus Carlos Rivera accused of pushing his way into victim's apartment and assaulting her.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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San Antonio police have issued an arrest warrant for a 43-year-old apartment maintenance worker named Jesus Carlos Rivera, who is accused of attempting to sexually assault a 31-year-old woman inside her apartment last summer. According to the police affidavit, Rivera allegedly forced his way into the victim's home, locked the door, and then began kissing, groping, and trying to undress the woman before her young daughter came out of a bedroom, allowing the victim to push Rivera out and lock the door.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the vulnerability that some apartment residents can face when maintenance workers have access to individual units, raising concerns about background checks, training, and oversight of building staff. It also underscores the challenges victims can face in reporting such crimes, especially when children are present.

The details

Police say the incident occurred on July 8, 2025, at an apartment complex on Fredericksburg Road in San Antonio. The victim told detectives that Rivera, who had worked at the complex for about two years, initially came to her unit to do plumbing work. Later that night, after drinking with friends, Rivera allegedly forced his way into the woman's apartment, locked the door, and began assaulting her before her 4-year-old daughter interrupted the attack, allowing the victim to push Rivera out.

  • The incident occurred on July 8, 2025.
  • Police issued an arrest warrant for Rivera in February 2026.

The players

Jesus Carlos Rivera

A 43-year-old maintenance worker at the victim's apartment complex who is accused of attempting to sexually assault the 31-year-old woman.

The Victim

A 31-year-old woman who lived in the apartment complex where Rivera worked and was the alleged victim of his attempted sexual assault.

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What they’re saying

“The victim told police she froze and tried to push his hands away.”

— The Victim (kens5.com)

What’s next

Detectives have requested a warrant for Rivera's arrest on a charge of attempted sexual assault, a felony offense. His bond is set at $50,000, and investigators believe he may attempt to flee to Mexico.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for apartment complexes to have robust screening, training, and oversight procedures for maintenance staff who have access to individual units, in order to protect the safety and security of residents, especially vulnerable populations like women and children.