MEDIA ADVISORY

What: Press conference discussing the additional victims and witnesses that have come forward regarding the case involving City of San Bernardino Mayor John Valdivia.

When: Thursday, February 27, 2020, at 10:00 a.m.

Who: Attorney Tristan Pelayes (Law Offices of Pelayes & Yu, APC) will be present with and two additional victims will be identified. Another former employee that has come forward will provide a statement and be available for questions.

Where: San Bernardino City Hall – 290 N D Street

Why: The Law Offices of Pelayes & Yu has been retained by four additional victims (now six victims total) that have been subjected to sexual harassment and/or hostile work environment by City of San Bernardino Mayor John Valdivia. Additional information has also been received regarding his misuse of public funds and resources. An overview of the details surrounding the new allegations, as well as additional information that has been received in the form of evidence and witnesses coming forward, will be discussed. Two of the new victims will be making their claims public; one will be making a statement.