We all know that the importance of a dad is very crucial. Many experts believe that the father plays a big and important role in their child’s life. Being present in the child’s life has a huge impact on them and molds her into the person they become. Dads should always be there for their child no matter what. The father’s influence in his daughter’s life shapes her self-esteem, self-image, confidence and opinions of men.

A girl’s relationship with her dad can determine her ability to trust, her need for approval and her self-belief. It can even affect her love life. But, unfortunately, this was not the case with this dad and his 25-year-old daughter.

According to the court documents, the 43-year-old dad, Daniel, and his daughter, Santana, have been indicted by a federal grand jury after law enforcement officials charged them with inc-st for participating in consensual se*. According to a news release from U.S. Attorney Seiler, Daniel and Santana, have both pleaded not guilty to the charges in U.S. District Court. 

If convicted, the pair could spend up to five years in jail, be supervised for three years, and each be forced to pay a $250,000 fine. The defendants are free on bond as they await trial. Dear readers, we are republishing this story to raise awareness of the epidemic of se-ual violence in the family system, supporting survivors and their loved ones.