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59 Sex Offenders Arrested This Summer in Jacksonville
8 Sep
Summary
- 59 registered sex offenders and predators were arrested this summer.
- Operation Riverwatch focused on violations of release terms.
- JSO conducted over 535 checks on offenders and predators.
This past summer, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office arrested 59 registered sex offenders and predators. These individuals violated the conditions of their release from prison or jail. The arrests were part of Operation Riverwatch, conducted between June 15 and August 14.
This collaborative operation involved detectives logging over 230 man-hours. They performed 535 checks on registered offenders and predators throughout Jacksonville. These compliance checks identified violations of strict requirements mandated by Florida law.
Violating these terms can lead to felony charges and additional registration requirements. The Sheriff's Office urges anyone with information about potential violations to contact them at 904-630-0500.
