Nurse accused of sexually abusing stepson, faces criminal charges
A Florida nurse, Alexis Von Yates, 34, from Ocala, is under criminal investigation for allegedly sexually abusing her 15-year-old stepson during his summer visit in 2024. She was arrested on November 6, 2024, after an anonymous tip led the Marion County Sheriff’s Office to gather evidence. Yates posted a $10,000 bond and pleaded not guilty in December. The case is ongoing in the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court.
Following the arrest, the Florida Department of Health suspended Yates’s nursing license, citing the seriousness of the allegations and the need to protect public safety. Disciplinary proceedings are expected, but she can challenge the suspension.
The Ocala community is shocked and concerned about trust and safety, especially regarding caregivers. The case has sparked calls for stronger safeguards, ethical oversight, and better reporting systems in healthcare.
If convicted, Yates could face prison and permanent loss of her license. The situation highlights the critical need for ethical vigilance in caregiving roles.
