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UPDATED Jul 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Jul 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
Polk City man accused of sex with 16-year-old
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Jordan Becker, 28, arrested after deputies found a 16-year-old at his Polk County home following a missing-person tip.
WHO: Jordan Becker, 28; a 16-year-old victim; the victim’s brother; Polk County Sheriff’s Office
WHAT: Becker was arrested and accused of unlawful sex with a minor and related charges after allegedly bringing the teen from Pennsylvania to Florida.
WHEN: Jul 22, 2026 at 3:32 PM ET
WHERE: Polk City, Florida (Polk County)
WHY: The victim’s brother reported her missing and said he believed she was in Florida, prompting deputies to locate her at Becker’s home.
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