Judge Jennifer Grant granted the city’s motion to dismiss charges against Pablo Alvarez Cota without prejudice after the prosecutor told the court the city had been unable to reach the alleged victim since March despite extensive efforts.

The prosecutor explained that phone numbers the city had were no longer in service as recently as June and July and that the city could not in good faith represent the alleged victim would appear for trial next week. Defense counsel did not object. Grant said the case had been pending since February 2024 and thanked Alvarez for his diligence in appearing at scheduled hearings. The court dismissed the matter without prejudice, meaning the city may refile at a later date if contact with the alleged victim is reestablished.

Spanish interpreter Ines Venturini appeared for the hearing. The judge advised Alvarez that the court may reach out by mail in the future with a new court date.