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Abilene man arrested after soliciting sex from decoy profile from sex predator non-profit
By Erica Garner at BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News
· June 17, 2026
· 1 min read
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - An Abilene man was arrested after child sex predator reporting organization says they caught him with their decoy profile online. David Lewis Haun was booked into the Taylor County Jail Monday for Online Solicitation of a Minor in connection to the sting. Court docu...
Key takeaway David Lewis Haun was booked into the Taylor County Jail Monday for Online Solicitation of a Minor in connection to the sting.
Why this matters in Abilene News
The arrest of David Lewis Haun for Online Solicitation of a Minor brings attention to the ongoing efforts to protect children from online predators in Abilene. The involvement of The Decoy Project, a national nonprofit, in this case highlights the role that outside organizations can play in supporting local law enforcement in these types of investigations. As Abilene continues to grow and expand its online presence, the need for vigilant monitoring of online activity will only increase. This case also underscores the importance of collaboration between local authorities and national organizations in combating child exploitation. The Taylor County Jail's booking of Haun demonstrates that local law enforcement is taking proactive steps to address this issue, and residents can expect to see continued efforts to ensure the safety of children in the community. The community should remain aware of the potential risks associated with online activity and support initiatives that work to prevent child exploitation.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 17, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News ·
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What is this story about? ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - An Abilene man was arrested after child sex predator reporting organization says they caught him with their decoy profile online. David Lewis Haun was booked into the Taylor County Jail Monday for Online Solicitation of a Minor in connection to the sting. Court docu...
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