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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Local NewsAugust 21, 2026Miami-Dade

Broward Sheriff's Office arrests Miami man for alleged solicitation of a minor

A 41-year-old Miami man was arrested on Thursday following allegations that he attempted to arrange a sexual encounter with a person he believed to be a 15-year-old girl via the Bumble dating application. The Broward Sheriff’s Office conducted the operation leading to the arrest.

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Why It Matters

This arrest highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to identify and apprehend individuals using digital platforms to solicit minors for illegal sexual activity.

Key Facts

  • A 41-year-old man from Miami was arrested by the Broward Sheriff's Office.
  • The arrest took place on Thursday.
  • The suspect is accused of attempting to arrange a meeting for sex.
  • The suspect believed the person he was communicating with was a 15-year-old girl.
  • The communication allegedly occurred through the dating app Bumble.

Who's Mentioned

otherBumble“The dating application allegedly used for the communication.”locationMiami“The city of residence of the suspect.”organizationBroward Sheriff's Office“The law enforcement agency that conducted the arrest.”