Trial to begin Friday for Tejano singer charged with sexual assault of a child

SAN ANTONIO – The trial for the singer of the Tejano band La Tropa F will begin this week.

Jesse Farias was arrested and charged in 2021 with sexual assault of a child, a second-degree felony, according to online court records.

A jury was selected Thursday with opening statements expected Friday afternoon in the 379th District Court with presiding Judge Ron Rangel.

Since Farias’ arrest, La Tropa F has been inactive and haven’t performed any shows.

Because this is a sexual assault case, KSAT 12 News will not be disclosing the victim’s identity.

If found guilty, Farias faces a punishment of up to 20 years in prison.

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