🌱 What we know about the recent arrest at Ocoee High School
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- What we know about the recent arrest at Ocoee High School
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📰 News we're reading
• Ocoee High student arrested for possession of child sex abuse material (orangeobserver.com) — An 18-year-old Ocoee High School student was arrested on campus after a state investigation into alleged child exploitation materials tied to his online accounts. Authorities say multiple files involving very young girls were found, leading to felony charges and strict court-ordered limits on his contact with minors and internet use. The case is moving forward after he entered a written not-guilty plea. 
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🗞 Nearby News
Winter Garden
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