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Pittsburgh Pirates Pitcher Felipe Vazquez Arrested, Dealt Multiple Charges

Passan’s initial tweet came earlier right before 12:30, containing some truly disturbing news.

Pittsburgh Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez has been arrested and charged with one count of computer pornography, solicitation of a child and one count of providing obscene material to minors, according to police in Lee County, Florida.

Shortly after his initial report, Passan released additional details regarding Vaquez’s arrest.

Disturbing details from Lee County police on the arrest of Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez, who is facing multiple charges. pic.twitter.com/zkHlrMcgEw

— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) September 17, 2019

The story certainly comes as a shock not only to Pirates fans, but baseball fans worldwide.