FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<\/p>\n
June 4, 2026<\/p>\n
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla.\u00a0\u2013 The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) arrested Charles Savage, 65, of Tallahassee, on one felony count each for traveling to meet a minor for sex; unlawful use of a device to attempt to seduce, solicit, lure, or entice a child; transmission of child sexual abuse materials, and unlawful use of a two-way communication device. This arrest is a result of FDLE\u2019s statewide initiative to locate and arrest criminals soliciting children online for a sexual relationship online and sharing files depicting the sexual abuse of children. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
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The investigation began in May 2026 when Savage began communicating with an undercover agent, who was disguised as a juvenile girl. Throughout the course of the communication, Savage solicited the child persona to meet up to engage in sexual activity.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Through continued investigative communication, the undercover agent agreed to meet at a predetermined location on June 2. Once he arrived, FDLE agents arrested Savage. He was transported to the Leon County Detention Facility and booked with no bond pending first appearance. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
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This case is being prosecuted by the State Attorney\u2019s Office, Second Judicial Circuit.<\/p>\n
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The investigation remains active and ongoing.<\/p>\n
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Please visit the FDLE website to review tips for keeping your children safe online at https:\/\/www.secureflorida.org\/SF\/Family-Safety\/BPParents<\/a>. \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n For Further Information Contact:<\/p>\n FDLE Office of Public Information<\/p>\n