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Florida official arrested on child molestation charges
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Aug 18, 2026 at 6:12 PM ET
Summary: Michael Allen Caruso was arrested on child molestation and kidnapping charges; DeSantis suspended him from office.
WHO: Michael Allen Caruso; Gov. Ron DeSantis
WHAT: Caruso was arrested on kidnapping and child molestation charges; DeSantis issued an executive order suspending him.
WHEN: Aug 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Palm Beach County, Florida
WHY: Caruso was arrested on kidnapping and child molestation charges following an FDLE investigation.
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