Updated
Updated · CBS News 8 · May 7
Jose Juan Santana arrested over alleged sexual battery of 10-year-old girl
Updated
Updated · CBS News 8 · May 7

Jose Juan Santana arrested over alleged sexual battery of 10-year-old girl

2 articles · Updated · CBS News 8 · May 7
  • The 36-year-old was booked into San Diego Central Jail without bail after the attack was reported on Midland Road in Poway around 6pm Saturday.
  • Sheriff's officials said the girl was approached while walking, and her teenage friend screamed as the man fled on an electric scooter; arraignment is scheduled for Friday afternoon.
  • Deputies initially searched with an ASTREA helicopter and K-9 unit before the Child Abuse Unit took over, later releasing a sketch and surveillance images while seeking further information.
Beyond the scooter photo, what key tip or digital clue ultimately led investigators to their suspect?
Was the suspect a known offender, and did the justice system miss earlier chances to prevent this assault?
In one of California's safest cities, what warning signs were missed before this daylight attack on a child?