Actor Ray Diaz Gets Arrested on Suspicion of Sexual Assault

The MeToo movement may have been fizzled out by now but there are several cases that continue to pop up time and again that are as shocking as any others. Joining this bandwagon is actor and social media personality, Ray Diaz who has been accused of sexual assault by many.

According to a report in The Hollywood Reporter, a series of social media posts indicated alleging Ray of physical and sexual abuse, an investigation by Los Angeles Police from the Robbery-Homicide Division has resulted in the arrest of Diaz on suspicion of sexual assault.

The LAPD tweeted an update to their investigation into Diaz's alleged "physical abuse and sexual relations with a minor," on Friday night, noting that the 33-year-old internet personality has been arrested in San Diego with bail set at $500,000. 

According to law enforcement, the crime involves the sexual assault of a minor. The LAPD was alerted to the situation after a clip that detailed some of the abuse was posted on social media. 

After the arrest, LAPD chief Michel Moore thanked the Robbery-Homicide division for pursuing the case "relentlessly." He added, "Their work brings a small measure of justice." Moore also thanked the public for their "outpouring of concern regarding the case."

Diaz, who refers to himself on social media as an entrepreneur and a creator, has over 118,000 followers on Twitter and over 3 million on Instagram. His acting credits include Hulu series East Los High and recent indie feature, Paint It Red.