Church youth leader accused of inappropriate relationship with 16-year-old

An Azusa man was arrested after reportedly being an inappropriate relationship with a 16-year-old, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff. 

Authorities said the suspect, 61-year-old Marciano Cuellar, was arrested Friday and booked into the West Valley Detention Center for sexual battery of a minor victim. His bail is set at $50,000.

Cuellar is a church youth leader who had regular contact with minors, according to authorities, leading them to believe there may be more victims.

Marciano Cuellar

Marciano Cuellar / San Bernardino County Sheriff

Anyone with information is asked to contact Deputy D. Brandt of the Yucaipa Sheriff’s Station, at (909) 918-2305. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463), or you may leave information on the We-Tip Hotline at www.wetip.com.