Firefighter/paramedic arrested for suspected child molestation
By Dan Thesman on Wednesday, March 23rd, 2022 in Columbia Basin News More Top Stories
WALLA WALLA — The Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office arrested Anthony Spada Wednesday morning on charges of child molestation. Spada is a firefighter/paramedic with the Walla Walla Fire Department.
Spada has been placed on administrative leave, and instructed to stay out of city offices and not contact city employees, pending an investigation and guidance from the city’s legal counsel.
“This is upsetting news to the entire community and city family, particularly our outstanding fire department,” City Manager Nabiel Shawa said. “Our hearts and thoughts are with the family.”
Shawa said the Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office is conducting the investigation. Once the WWCSO has completed its investigation, the city will begin its internal investigation process.
The city is making counseling services available to staff.
