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Sex Offender Moves Near School in Antelope
A sexually violent predator moves near a school in Antelope, CA, prompting a sheriff's office warning and sparking debate about community notification and sex offender laws.
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United States
Us PoliticsLaw EnforcementCommunity SafetySex OffenderCalifornia LawPublic Notification
Sacramento County Sheriff's OfficeNorth Country Elementary School
Robert SingletonMark ReichelAmar Gandhi
- What actions did the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office take, and why?
- The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office notified the neighborhood about Singleton's presence due to concerns about his proximity to the school and reported sightings of him near the school during pick-up and drop-off times. These observations, though not crimes themselves, raised community alarm.
- How did the overturning of Jessica's Law in California affect the situation?
- California overturned Jessica's Law in 2015, which previously restricted where sex offenders could live near schools and parks. This change made it more difficult to place released predators, leading to situations like Singleton's.
- Who is Robert Singleton and why is he the subject of a warning in Antelope, California?
- Robert Singleton, a sexually violent predator, was released from prison and a state hospital after serving his sentence for lewd acts with a child under 14. He has since moved to Antelope, California, and lives near North Country Elementary School.
- What is Robert Singleton's current status, and what is the level of monitoring or supervision he is under?
- Singleton maintains his innocence and insists he poses no threat to the community. He claims he only goes outside for fresh air and denies intentionally watching children. Authorities are monitoring his activities, but he is under no parole supervision.
- What are the differing perspectives on the sheriff's office's actions, and what are the justifications provided?
- Criminal defense attorney Mark Reichel questioned the sheriff's office's actions, suggesting they might be politically motivated. Sergeant Amar Gandhi denied this, stating that they had specific reports prompting the notification.