# PNP Senator under investigation over minors at political event

Puerto Rico PNP Senator Héctor Joaquín Sánchez faces investigation for minors at a political event.

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PNP Senator Héctor Joaquín Sánchez confirmed there is an active investigation against him regarding participation of youths from Loíza at a political event in Camuy. [^1][^3]

Carlos 'Johnny' Méndez, President of the House of Representatives, expressed public support for Senator Héctor Joaquín Sánchez after a referral to the Department of Justice became known. [^2] Héctor Joaquín Sánchez stated the participating youths had verbal authorization from their parents, and this will be evidenced during proceedings. [^4] Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz stated he ordered an ethics commission proceeding against the senator. [^5]

Carlos 'Johnny' Méndez described Senator Héctor Joaquín Sánchez's legislative work as marked by commitment, professionalism, and dedication to Carolina district residents. [^6] No public details were provided regarding the nature or motivating circumstances of the Department of Justice referral. [^7]

## What this stands on

1. PNP Senator Héctor Joaquín Sánchez confirmed there is an active investigation against him regarding participation of youths from Loíza at a political event in Camuy. (Telemundo Puerto Rico, News)
2. Carlos 'Johnny' Méndez, President of the House of Representatives, expressed public support for Senator Héctor Joaquín Sánchez after a referral to the Department of Justice became known. (Metro Puerto Rico, News)
3. Héctor Joaquín Sánchez attributed the filed complaint against him to political opponents from the PPD party in Loíza. (Telemundo Puerto Rico, News)
4. Héctor Joaquín Sánchez stated the participating youths had verbal authorization from their parents, and this will be evidenced during proceedings. (Telemundo Puerto Rico, News)
5. Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz stated he ordered an ethics commission proceeding against the senator. (Telemundo Puerto Rico, News)
6. Carlos 'Johnny' Méndez described Senator Héctor Joaquín Sánchez's legislative work as marked by commitment, professionalism, and dedication to Carolina district residents. (Metro Puerto Rico, News)
7. No public details were provided regarding the nature or motivating circumstances of the Department of Justice referral. (Metro Puerto Rico, News)

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