Sheriff: Brevard sex offender arrested after exposing himself to children, attempted kidnapping

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POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Deputies in Polk County said a man is accused of exposing himself to children and attempted kidnapping.

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Deputies said the Brevard County man is a registered sex offender from Brevard County.

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Police said the man was lurking around the Winter Haven area, approaching children and exposing himself.

Deputies said he has been charged with attempted kidnapping, lewd and lascivious exhibition, and indecent exposure.

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