LBUSD Substitute Staff Member, Coach Accused of Sexually Assaulting Teen

Long Beach, CA — July 25, 2025

A Long Beach man has been arrested in connection with the sexual assault of a teenage girl, and detectives believe there may be additional victims tied to other unreported incidents, according to the Long Beach Police Department.

On Thursday, July 24, at approximately 8:24 a.m., Child and Elder Abuse detectives arrested 34-year-old Gabriel Vigil at his residence near Pacific Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway. The arrest followed a weeks-long investigation that began earlier this month.

According to police, the investigation was launched on July 1 after a staff member from Cabrillo High School reported that a female teenage student had been sexually assaulted off-campus by a substitute staff member who was also working as a sports coach. Detectives quickly began gathering evidence and building a case that ultimately led to Vigil’s arrest.

Vigil has been booked on multiple felony charges, including one count of statutory rape, one count of arranging a meeting with a minor for lewd purposes, and one count of contacting a minor to commit a felony. His bail has been set at $100,000.

Authorities say they are concerned there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Child and Elder Abuse Detective Jared Asato at (562) 570-7321. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through LA Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), using the “P3 Tips” app, or visiting www.lacrimestoppers.org.