FDLE arrests man in Panama City for using computer to seduce, solicit or seduce a child
June 24, 2022
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. – FDLE agents and officers from the Panama City Beach Police Department (PCBPD) arrested Brian Aric Hodges, 36, of Panama City on a count of using a computer to seduce, solicit or entice a child and a count of unlawful use of a two-way communications device, both crimes.
Hodges was arrested today after a joint undercover operation initiated by the PCBPD in May. The goal of the operation is to identify offenders who target minors for the purpose of sexual solicitation and/or solicitation.
On May 18, Hodges began text communications with an FDLE agent he believed to be a 14-year-old girl. The texts contain obscene and sexual material.
Investigators say Hodges intended to meet the “woman” to have sex. Based on the investigation, FDLE agents pushed for a warrant of arrest.
Hodges was booked into the Bay County Jail and the case will be filed with the Office of the State Attorney, 14.th Judicial Circuit.
Please visit the FDLE website to review tips for keeping your children safe online at: https://www.secureflorida.org/SF/Family-Safety/BPParents.
For More Information Contact:
FDLE Office of Public Information
(850) 410-7001
