Wanted man arrested in Texas

A 62-year-old Marathon, Florida man wanted in Monroe County on child abuse-related charges was arrested by authorities at approximately 5 p.m. Friday in Woodville, Texas.

Monte LaVelle Chitty will face charges of sexual battery, lewd and lascivious molestation, and contributing to the delinquency of a minor upon his return to the Florida Keys.

The Woodville, Texas Police Department and the U.S. Marshals Service were instrumental in apprehending Chitty.

Chitty reportedly approached a Texas church group that was working with the homeless. A church member there contacted law enforcement.

Chitty is being held on $1.3 million bond.

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