WAKULLA COUNTY, Fla. (WCTV) – A man who reportedly attended several community events dressed as Santa Claus is now behind bars on numerous child sex abuse charges, according to the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office.
John Meister Sr. was charged with 16 counts of child pornography, per the sheriff’s office. WCSO Chief Billy Jones said he understands any community concerns, as Meister participated in many civic organizations.
A man who reportedly attended several community events dressed as Santa Claus is now behind bars on numerous child sex abuse charges, according to the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office.(Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office)
“We recognize the distress this news may cause, particularly for parents and families and community events in the area,” the sheriff’s office said.
According to a sheriff’s office social post in December last year, Meister appears to be honored at Christmas in the Park whilst dressed as Santa Claus. WCSO confirmed to WCTV Wednesday that it was Meister.
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