A man with a prior designation as a "sexually violent predator" was apprehended today for allegedly exposing himself to students near a Jupiter, Florida, middle school, authorities report. Durrell D. Moore, 35, faces charges of loitering and prowling by a sexual predator in close proximity to children, and possession of marijuana, according to the Jupiter Police Department (JPD).
Law enforcement responded after receiving reports of a man situated in a car acting indecently in view of students at the vicinity of Independence Middle School. JPD officers, in collaboration with the Palm Beach County School District Police, searched the relevant area and found Moore near Abacoa State Park, driving a 2019 black Toyota Corolla, as CBS12 News confirmed.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement lists Moore as a "sexually violent predator." The authorities located Moore at the Abacoa Skate Park after an investigation was initiated based on the disturbing reports. No students were physically harmed during the incident, JPD indicated, ensuring some relief to the community and the families involved.
WPBF covered the story as well, noting that the joint effort of local police forces underscored their commitment to maintaining safety in areas where children gather. As per their report, the marijuana discovered with Moore at the time of his arrest added a possession charge to his prowling indictment.
