Local Man Charged with Sex Crime
FBI El Paso May 17, 2010 |
Juan Calderon, 22 years of age, of Westway, Texas, was arrested Friday, May 14, 2010, for transporting a minor across state lines for the purposes of sex. Calderon went before US Magistrate Judge Richard Mesa today for his initial appearance.
The victim is a 14-year-old female from Southern New Mexico. The victim had been texting with Calderon off and on for several months but had not met him until Calderon asked to meet her in person two weeks ago. Calderon drove to New Mexico, picked up the victim and then drove her to El Paso where he allegedly had sexual intercourse with her.
Calderon is charged with one count of 18 USC 2423(a), transportation of a minor in interstate commerce with the intent to engage in sexual activity. He was held without bond.