Former Basketball Player Sentenced to 60 Years in Prison for Child Sexual Abuse
Dagoberto Pena, a former Dominican basketball player with a professional career spanning Spain, was sentenced to 60 years in prison by a Florida court following his conviction on multiple charges of producing, obtaining, possessing, and intentionally accessing images and videos depicting child sexual abuse. The sentencing also includes lifetime supervision and mandatory registration as a sex offender. The charges stem from an investigation into events occurring between November 2024 and February 2026.
During this period, Pena is alleged to have manipulated and coerced two minors into participating in acts of abuse. Pena’s professional basketball career included stints with several Spanish teams. He played for Leyma Coruna (a branch of Barcelona), Movistar Estudiantes, Rio Breogan, and Grupo Alega Cantabria, with Grupo Alega Cantabria being his final professional team during the 22/23 season.
The court’s decision reflects the severity of the crimes committed. Pena is now subject to a lengthy prison sentence and ongoing supervision as part of his legal accountability. Authorities have not released further details regarding the investigation or the victims involved.
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This devastating case highlights the horrific consequences of predatory behavior and the importance of protecting vulnerable children.