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Augusta County, VA Arrest: Man Accused of Years of Child Sexual Abuse
Augusta County, VA – A 49 year old Virginia man is being held without bond following his arrest in a child sexual abuse investigation involving allegations that a juvenile was abused over several year
By Cole Barrett · 2026-10-28T15:01:12.337Z
Augusta County, VA – A 49 year old Virginia man is being held without bond following his arrest in a child sexual abuse investigation involving allegations that a juvenile was abused over several years.
According to the Augusta County Sheriff 's Office, Michael Paul Donovan, 49, of Page County, Virginia, was arrested Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, on a felony charge of forcible sodomy involving a child younger than 13.
Investigation Involves Allegations Spanning Several Years Authorities said the charge stems from an investigation involving a juvenile male who was allegedly subjected to sexual abuse over a period of several years.
Investigators have not publicly disclosed when the alleged incidents began or where they occurred.
Donovan was taken into custody at the Augusta County Courthouse on Oct. 20.
Following his arrest, authorities said he was held without bond at Middle River Regional Jail.
The Sheriff's Office has not announced additional charges but confirmed that the investigation remains active and further charges may be forthcoming.
Sheriff's Office Asks Public for Information Investigators are encouraging anyone with information about the case or other possible incidents of sexual abuse to contact authorities.
Augusta County Sheriff Donald L. Smith emphasized the importance of protecting children and thoroughly investigating allegations of sexual abuse.
The department said information from the public could help investigators identify additional incidents or protect other potential victims.
Anyone with relevant information is asked to contact the Augusta County Sheriff's Office at 540 245 5333 .
Authorities said no additional identifying information about the juvenile will be released to protect the child's identity and privacy.
Donovan has been charged but has not been convicted. The allegations remain subject to the judicial process, and he is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
The investigation remains ongoing.