Vernon Hills Youth Hitting Coach Arrested In Sexual Abuse Case

VERNON HILLS, IL — A youth hitting coach accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old athlete has been arrested, Vernon Hills police announced Monday.

Eduardo “Eddie” Acosta-Gonzalez surrendered himself at the Vernon Hills Police Department Monday afternoon with the assistance of his attorney, according to police.

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Acosta-Gonzalez was taken into custody and is expected to make his initial court appearance on Tuesday, police said.

Acosta-Gonzalez faces multiple counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse stemming from allegations involving the 12-year-old girl, who was a client of his. Investigators said they continue to seek information about any additional criminal activity involving Acosta-Gonzalez.

Anyone with information or who believes they may have information about suspicious or criminal activity involving Acosta-Gonzalez is asked to contact the Vernon Hills Police Department Investigations Division at 847-918-5605 or email pdtips@vhills.org.