Florida City Commissioner Arrested for Soliciting 12-Year-Old, Cops Say
Fort Pierce City Commissioner James Taylor, 38, was arrested and charged with two dozen felonies after allegedly sexting a 12-year-old girl in Illinois. The investigation began in August 2024 when the girl’s mother reported inappropriate contact on Snapchat, including Taylor sending nude images of himself and requesting the same. Detectives traced the messages to Taylor’s IP address, leading to his arrest during a traffic stop. Taylor, who reportedly admitted his involvement and expressed remorse, is facing charges related to the transmission and solicitation of harmful materials and child pornography, and further investigations are ongoing.
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