A convicted sex offender from Northeast Missouri is facing new charges after allegedly molesting a young girl, according to local authorities.
Hartford Bruce Bradford, 60, of Macon, Mo. who had previously been convicted of five counts of second-degree child molestations, two of which are Class D felonies, and the other three are Class B.
Who was arrested earlier this week following an investigation by law enforcement. Authorities say the latest allegations involve a minor, and the incident reportedly took place on December 2014 – July 2019.
Court documents indicate that the victim came forward with allegations that led to an immediate investigation. The suspect, who was already listed on the state’s sex offender registry
Local law enforcement officials have emphasized the importance of vigilance and reporting suspicious activity, urging the public to come forward with any additional information. “Our top priority is protecting the safety of children and ensuring that repeat offenders are held accountable,”
The suspect is currently being held at Macon County Jail on a $75,000 cash bond.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more details emerge.
