Police say a Colorado man charged in an Aurora child predator sting was flagged by Disney and kept off a cruise after a judge allowed a Florida trip. He’s back in custody.
A man charged in a Colorado child predator sting was stopped from boarding a Disney cruise, police say.
The 41-year-old man was arrested during an undercover operation in Aurora, Colorado, and later posted bond, KDVR reported Friday, Oct. 23. He traveled to Florida, but Disney flagged him before he could board the ship, according to the Aurora Police Department.
He is now back in custody.
What happened with the Disney cruise?
The man’s attorney asked a court for permission to travel out of state for a prepaid trip to Florida, and the request was approved, according to Aurora Police Sgt. Joseph Sullivan.
But police say the court wasn’t told the trip included a Disney cruise. Sullivan said “they left out the detail of boarding a Disney cruise.”
Disney flagged the man before he boarded, and he was not allowed on the ship, police said.
Why was the man arrested again?
For violating the conditions of his release, according to police. He remains in custody, KDVR reported.
When someone is released on bond, a judge can set conditions, such as limits on travel. Breaking those conditions can lead to a new arrest and a return to jail while the case moves forward.
Police have not said which Disney ship or sailing he tried to board.
What is the man charged with?
He faces multiple charges, including attempted sexual assault on a child, police said. His bond had been set at $75,000, which he posted after his first arrest.
Police said investigators also found illegal material involving children on his phone. The charges are allegations, and he has not been convicted.
What was the Aurora child predator sting?
A months-long undercover operation in which Aurora officers posed as minors online. Police arrested 13 men during the operation, KDVR reported.
Several of the men were able to post bond quickly after their arrests.
What did police say about bond in these cases?
Sullivan said bond is a normal part of the justice system, but he believes bond amounts should be higher when allegations involve children.
“Being allowed a bond is a reasonable part of the system,” Sullivan said, adding that he thinks the amount should be higher for certain offenses involving kids.
How did Disney know to stop him?
Disney hasn’t commented, and police didn’t say how the man was flagged. Cruise lines share passenger lists with authorities before sailings, and lines can deny boarding to guests for safety reasons.
How does Disney Cruise Line protect kids on board?
Disney’s kids clubs, like the Oceaneer Club, use a check-in and check-out system. Only adults that parents register can pick kids up from the club.
Disney ships also have security teams on board.
How can parents keep kids safe online?
Talk with kids about who they’re chatting with online, and keep devices in shared spaces when possible. Parental controls on phones, games and apps can also help.
Anyone who suspects a child is being exploited online can report it to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children through its CyberTipline at report.cybertip.org or 1-800-843-5678.
What happens next in the case?
The man remains in custody. Police have not shared his next court date.
Disney had not commented on the case as of Friday evening. This story may be updated as more information becomes available.
Article compiled with the help of the Pirates & Princesses newsroom.
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