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Fresno man arrested for approaching 12-year-old girl

22 May 2026 15:02

A 27-year-old man was arrested in Fresno for approaching a 12-year-old girl walking to school. - The incident occurred on Thursday morning near West Weldon Avenue and North Channing Way.

- The suspect, Elias Panzo Temoxtle, was identified through surveillance footage and forensic analysis. - He faces charges including distributing pornography to a minor, annoying a child, and false imprisonment.

- The girl reported the incident to school officials and police, leading to the arrest. The investigation is ongoing.

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