Sascha Engel

Alyssa Engel

A Hillsborough County Fire Rescue lieutenant is under arrest for engaging in sexual activities with a minor.

On April 27, 2024, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office became aware of the incident that occurred in March, 2024 at a married couple’s residence in Riverview.

After a thorough investigation, the Sheriff’s Office arrested Sascha Engel, 39, a Hillsborough County Fire Rescue lieutenant, and his wife, Alyssa Engel, 37, on August 22, 2024, after they forced a 16-year-old victim to engage in sexual acts with the couple.

Both Sascha Engel and Alyssa Engel are facing 3 counts of unlawful sexual activity with a minor.

The investigation remains active and ongoing.