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Robert Watson III, a volunteer at Cross Point Church North Campus in Crestview, Florida, stands accused of sexually assaulting a minor girl.
The investigation into the man — 36-year-old Robert Watson III — began after an alleged incident at a local church.
According to the Crestview Police Department, the investigation began in early February after a 5-year-old child told their parents they had been inappropriately touched and struck by a volunteer teacher at Cross Point Church North Campus in Crestview.
Police say church staff cooperated fully with the investigation. After reviewing evidence, detectives determined they had probable cause to charge Watson.
Authorities believe there may be additional victims or individuals with further information. The Crestview Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division is asking anyone with relevant information to come forward.
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Watson had felony warrants for two charges: lewd acts on a victim 12 years old or younger and child abuse.
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