Crime & Safety
Fullerton Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Attempting To Lure Teen For Sex
57-year-old Fullerton resident John Gradney, aythorities say, was "engaged in the inappropriate exchange of messages with a minor."
December 29, 2022
A Fullerton man suspected of attempting to lure a teenager for sex was behind bars on Wednesday.
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According to Fullerton Police Department, officers were initially dispatched to the 1800 block of W. Orangethorpe Avenue at around 5 p.m. after receiving report that a man had attempted to contact a 14-year-old with the intent of committing sexual acts, as well as sending "lewd photographs."
While they investigated the incident, detectives were able to identify a suspect, 57-year-old Fullerton resident John Gradney, who they say was "engaged in the inappropriate exchange of messages with a minor."
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