A former deputy from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has been found guilty of luring a minor in Arizona, according to authorities’ announcement on Tuesday.
A Yavapai County jury convicted Jeffrey York, 68, of luring a juvenile for sexual exploitation and two counts of attempted sexual conduct with a juvenile on Friday.
The Arizona State Prison could potentially sentence the Prescott resident to a maximum of 26 years and three months. Michael McGill from the Yavapai County Superior Court will preside over the sentencing, which is scheduled for Feb. 28.
How did authorities track down the retired LA deputy?
On September 30, 2023, local law enforcement joined forces with the FBI Task Force on Human Trafficking to conduct an undercover online sting operation. The operation was specifically aimed at apprehending individuals who were attempting to engage in sexual activities with minors…