Little Elm, TX – May 29, 2025 — A troubling case of alleged child abuse has emerged in Little Elm, Texas, after local law enforcement arrested a former school custodian on serious charges. On Tuesday, May 28, 2025, the Little Elm Police Department took 64-year-old Eric Lazaro Landaverde into custody following an investigation into allegations of Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child—a first-degree felony under Texas law.
Landaverde, a former employee of the Little Elm Independent School District (LEISD), worked as a custodian at one of the district’s elementary schools. His arrest stems from a report filed by a concerned parent who suspected inappropriate interactions between Landaverde and a minor student on school grounds. The allegations prompted an immediate investigation by local authorities, carried out in close collaboration with LEISD officials.
According to a statement released by the Little Elm Police Department, the school district responded swiftly and cooperatively once the allegations were brought forward. “LEISD has been fully supportive throughout the process, ensuring that the safety and well-being of students remain a top priority,” the department said.
The charge of Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child is among the most serious child abuse-related offenses in Texas, reserved for cases where repeated sexual abuse occurs over a prolonged period. The law requires that the victim be younger than 14 years old and that the abuse includes multiple acts over at least 30 days. Convictions under this statute carry severe penalties, including a minimum of 25 years to life imprisonment without parole.
As of now, authorities have not publicly disclosed the number of potential victims involved or the specific timeline of the alleged abuse. The investigation remains ongoing, and police are urging anyone with additional information or concerns to come forward.
“We understand the community’s concern and want to assure parents and residents that this case is being handled with the utmost seriousness,” the department stated. “Our detectives are actively pursuing all leads and gathering evidence to ensure justice is served.”