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Texas Man Arrested for Grooming via Gaming | Lake Charles News
A Texas man, 43-year-old Justin S. Lackey, has been arrested in Calcasieu Parish on charges of indecent behavior with juveniles after investigators uncovered a disturbing pattern of sexually suggestive messages exchanged with a child under 12 through gaming platforms and text. The case, which began in September 2025, led to an arrest warrant issued in February 2026. Though initially detained for unrelated charges in Smith County, Lackey was extradited to face the grooming allegation. He was released on $100,000 bond after being booked, and authorities say the investigation is still ongoing…
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