A Modesto man serving a life sentence for a series of violent sexual crimes — including the kidnapping of an 8-year-old girl — was denied parole following a recent hearing, according to the Stanislaus County District Attorney’s Office.
William Florez, 63, was denied release after a parole hearing held at Valley State Prison in Chowchilla, District Attorney Jeff Laugero said in a statement.
Deputy District Attorney Cindy DeSilva appeared on behalf of the prosecution and argued that Florez continues to pose an unreasonable risk to public safety based on the severity of his crimes and his conduct while incarcerated. The parole board agreed and denied Florez parole for at least five more years…