Trial begins for Lauderdale County man facing child molestation, pornography charges
“I was worried. I knew it wasn’t normal.” Juan Fuentes (Source: LCSO) By DeAndria Turner | April 20, 2021 at 9:49 PM CDT - Updated April 20 at 9:58 PM
LAUDERDALE COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) - Juan Fuentes is standing trial for charges of possession of child pornography and child molestation.
Three people took the stand on April 20 to testify, including one of the alleged victims.
Today’s evidence centered around the images investigators say were found on multiple devices.
Prosecutors presented the photo evidence yesterday and continued today.
The images didn’t show the victim’s face, but the victims post puberty body, and a hand that looks like Juan’s scared hand.
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