Gerardo Cesar Depaz-Mayorga Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison

HILLSBORO, Ore- On April 18, 2025, a Washington County jury found Gerardo Cesar Depaz-Mayorga guilty of unlawful sexual penetration in the first degree, sodomy in the first degree, sex abuse in the first degree (two counts), and sex abuse in the second degree (two counts). On May 2, 2025, Judge Brandon Thompson sentenced the defendant to 25 years in prison. Deputy District Attorney Mahalee Streblow prosecuted the case.

On June 10, 2023, the victim was sleeping over at a friend’s house when the defendant entered her room, took advantage of her inebriated state, and sexually assaulted her. The victim was confused and disoriented during this attack. The defendant left the room only to return 20 minutes later to sexually assault her a second time. The victim tried to defend herself and stop the assault, but the defendant continued to force himself on her.

The defendant eventually left the room. The victim reported his actions to her friend, who then confronted the defendant. He denied any wrongdoing.

The victim went to the hospital for a sexual assault exam and notified law enforcement. The defendant continued to deny any sexual contact with the victim during his interview with law enforcement. However, after his interview and while the investigation was still active, the defendant called the victim. She recorded the conversation. He admitted to the sexual contact, and the victim was able to provide that recording to law enforcement.

A Washington County Grand Jury indicted the defendant, and a warrant was issued for his arrest. He became aware of this and actively evaded arrest. He failed to turn himself in on two separate occasions before he was eventually arrested.

The Washington County District Attorney’s Office commends the bravery of the victim. This office also acknowledges the work of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office on this case.

The defendant will be transferred to the Oregon Department of Corrections to serve his sentence.