The Walnut Creek Police Department arrested a 43-year-old Pleasant Hill man for having sex with an underaged student.
According to police, on Wednesday, April 30th, at approximately 10:15 a.m., the Walnut Creek Police Department arrested 43 year old Gerard Flaherty for sex with an underaged student. At the time of the arrest, the suspect was employed by the Contra Costa School of Performing Arts located in Walnut Creek.
Walnut Creek Police Department Officers and Detectives are continuing to investigate this incident. Due to the age of the victim, no additional details will be released at this time.
The suspect is being held at the Martinez Detention Facility with no bail.
If you have information on this case or any other potential victims, we encourage you to contact the Walnut Creek Police Department at 925-943-5844. Related information can also be provided anonymously via the tip line at 925-943-5865.
No other information was released.
***UPDATE***
The Walnut Creek Police Department announced felony charges filed against Flaherty. On Friday, May 2nd, 2025 the Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office filed the following charges against Gerard Flaherty:
- Count 1: PC 261(a)(2)- Rape of a child over 14 years old
- Count 2: PC 220 (a)(2)- Assault with intent to commit a felony- Victim under 18 years old
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Count 3: PC 261.5(c)- Unlawful Sexual Intercourse
Editors Note: the Contra costa School of Performing Arts recently announced on their website they were closing: It is with great sadness we announce the closure of the Contra Costa School of Performing Arts at the end of the 24-25 school year. We have poured our hearts and souls into this beautiful artistic inclusive program. Unfortunately, due to a structural deficit as a result of facility costs and declining enrollment, we will no longer be able to operate. We will continue to support our students and families through this year and hope the arts continue to hold a special place in this community’s heart.
The mission of Contra Costa School of Performing Arts is to provide a distinguished, pre-professional experience in performing arts within a college and career preparatory setting. We believe in fostering a culture of excellence with the core values of rigor, relevance, resilience and relationships.
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