St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office in Florida has arrested 56-year-old Michael Christopher Patchen on multiple charges related to child exploitation. Patchen was caught by Crimes Against Children detectives after engaging in sexually explicit conversations with an undercover detective posing as a child, and attempting to meet the ‘child’ for sex. He was charged with attempted lewd/lascivious battery, traveling to meet a minor for sex, solicitation of a minor for sex, and unlawful use of a two-way communication device. The Sheriff’s Office has urged parents and guardians to monitor their children’s online activities and be aware of online dangers. More… Read…
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Fire Devastates Part of Atlantic Beach & Tennis Club in St. Augustine Beach
A massive fire has destroyed part of the Atlantic Beach and Tennis Club in St. Augustine Beach, Florida. The club, owned by Bill Brothers for over three decades, offers tennis courts, pools, workout spaces, and a family environment to its members. The fire broke out around 1:30 a.m., with large flames and smoke visible upon the arrival of the St. Johns County Fire Rescue. The firefighters used multiple water supplies to extinguish the fire. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the St. Johns County Fire Marshal and the Florida State Fire…
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