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Alvin man charged with online solicitation of a minor
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk Mike Akin , as published by KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway He was arrested near Pearland after allegedly sending sexually explicit messages to someone he thought was a 15-year-old girl.
A 54-year-old man from Alvin has been charged with online solicitation of a minor. He was arrested near Pearland after allegedly sending sexually explicit messages to someone he thought was a 15-year-old girl. The recipient was actually an undercover detective with the Internet Crimes Against Children Unit.
The investigation began in August 2025 and spanned about a year. During this time, the man allegedly sent messages and photos, including one of himself from the waist down. Further details of the case are available from Harris County Precinct One Constable Alan Rosen.
The man, identified in court records, is facing charges related to his online activities.
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Category: safety Published: August 6, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local Reading time: 1 min
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