Allegations of sexual encounters involving Rep. Matt Gaetz

The woman who was 17 at the time testified to having two sexual encounters with then-Rep. Matt Gaetz, one of which involved another adult woman. Gaetz has denied the allegations and backed out as President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general nominee. The House Ethics Committee is facing pressure to release the final report of their investigation.

Wander Franco Accused of Sexual Abuse

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco faces charges of sexual abuse and exploitation against a minor, leading to his arrest and ongoing legal proceedings.

Confrontation with Sex Offender at Target

An Ohio mom confronted a registered sex offender at a Target for filming her teen daughter's backside, but police could not arrest him as recording people in public is not a crime. The man, Charles Broc Mullholand, is a tier two registered sex offender with previous offenses involving minors.

Former Arizona State Lawmaker Sentenced for Sexual Misconduct

Former Arizona state lawmaker, Tony Navarrete, sentenced to one year in prison for sexual misconduct with a minor. Navarrete found guilty of one count of sexual misconduct with a child, not guilty of child molestation and having sexual conduct with a minor.

Arrest of 73-Year-Old Florida Man for Sexual Misconduct with Minor on Instagram Live

73-year-old Florida man arrested for unlawful sexual activity with a minor on Instagram Live after promising money for sex. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd called it one of the most bizarre cases they have dealt with.

Arrest of Nivenson Sarazin for Sexual Abuse of a Minor

An illegal migrant from Haiti named Nivenson Sarazin was arrested in Pembroke Park, Florida for sexually abusing a 10-year-old girl. He admitted to the crime after initially denying it and is facing multiple charges. The victim is related to Sarazin's girlfriend. Sarazin is currently under a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement hold.

Arrest of Former MTV Reality Star Connor Smith

Former MTV reality star Connor Smith has been arrested after evading authorities for 13 months, wanted on three felony charges including traveling to meet a minor for a sexual encounter. Smith was taken into custody in Florida and booked into the Pinellas County Jail.

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Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco placed on administrative leave amid investigation into alleged inappropriate relationship with a minor.

Sexual Assault by Pastor in Florida Church

A pastor in Florida was arrested for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl after giving her a spiked beverage in a church library.