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