Sexually violent predator Merle Wakefield released to Jacumba Hot Springs community
A sexually violent predator is now living in Jacumba Hot Springs after his release from a state mental hospital, which followed several years in prison, authorities said Wednesday.
Sexually Violent Predator Merle Wakefield is Now Living in Jacumba Hot Springs, San Diego County Sheriff Reports
Sexually Violent Predator Merle Wakefield is Now Living in Jacumba Hot Springs, San Diego County Sheriff Reports
Un depredador sexual violento fue liberado a un hogar temporal en Jacumba Hot Springs
Un depredador sexual violento de 67 años fue liberado el martes del Hospital Estatal de Coalinga a un hogar en Jacumba Hot Springs, un arreglo temporal hasta que se pueda encontrar una residencia adecuada a largo plazo.
Registered sex offender released into Jacumba Hot Springs with own security guard
A 67-year-old sex offender was released Tuesday from Coalinga State Hospital under conditional terms, requiring a lifetime registration as a sexual predator.
Sheriff: Sexually Violent Predator Sent to East County Upon Release from State Hospital
A sex offender has been released from a state hospital to a rural area in East County, the San Diego County Sheriff's Office said Tuesday.
Sexually violent predator released to temporary home in Jacumba Hot Springs
Authorities have been unable to find long-term suitable housing for Merle Wakefield, 67, who was released Tuesday
Sexually violent predator Merle Wakefield set for transient release
A judge has set Merle Wakefield, an SVP, to be released for temporary housing on the condition that he has 24/7 surveillance.
Convicted Sex Offender Released in Jacumba Hot Springs
Sheriff's officials said Tuesday that "neither the San Diego County Sheriff's Office, the San Diego County District Attorney's Office, or the Sexual Assault Enforcement Task Force is responsible for the selection of the site.
Two California men deemed sexually violent predators ordered to be conditionally released as transients
Alvin Ray Quarles — dubbed the “bolder-than-most” rapist — and Merle Wakefield were ordered released to temporary residences.
Sexually violent predator released to Jacumba Hot Springs
A sexually violent predator is now living in Jacumba Hot Springs after his release from a state mental hospital, which followed several years in prison.
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San Diego County judge orders conditional release of sexually violent predator, after protests scuttled earlier attempts
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San Diego County Sheriff Issues Notification of Violent Sex Offender Release in Rural East County
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