Flagler County, January 19, 2026
A 54-year-old man from St. Augustine, Seth Tyler Holton, has been arrested following accusations of sexually assaulting a minor in Flagler County. According to the sheriff’s office, the incident occurred when Holton allegedly entered the victim’s bedroom while the parents were away. He has been charged with multiple sexual offenses and is being held without bond. Recent similar arrests in Florida highlight ongoing concerns and law enforcement efforts surrounding sexual offenses involving minors.
St. Augustine Man Arrested in Flagler County for Alleged Sexual Assault of Minor
Flagler County, Florida – A 54-year-old man from St. Augustine, Seth Tyler Holton, was arrested on December 30, 2025, after being accused of sexually assaulting a minor in Flagler County. The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence to investigate reported sex crimes. The victim reported that on December 15, while the victim’s parents were absent, Holton entered their bedroom, groped, and sexually battered them. Holton’s statements during the investigation corroborated the victim’s account. He was charged with sexual battery of a victim aged 12-18 by an offender older than 18 and lewd or lascivious battery on a victim aged 12 to 16. Sheriff Rick Staly emphasized the severity of the crime, stating that sexually battering and molesting a child is reprehensible. Holton was transported to the Sheriff Perry Hall Inmate Detention Facility, where he is being held without bond.
Recent Arrests in Florida for Sexual Offenses Involving Minors
In recent months, several individuals in Florida have been arrested and charged with sexual offenses involving minors:
- Joshua Hawkins, 34, Flagler County: Arrested on December 24, 2025, for sexually battering and molesting a minor. He was also accused of purchasing inappropriate items for the victim. Hawkins was charged with sexual battery of a minor aged 12-18 and lewd and lascivious molestation of a victim aged 12-16. He is being held on a $75,000 bond.
- Daniel Enrique Fabian, 18, Pasco County: Arrested in early January 2026 for sexually battering two girls in separate incidents. In one case, the assault was overheard by a 16-year-old witness who heard the incident through an online gaming microphone left on by Fabian. Fabian was charged with lewd and lascivious battery of a person aged 12-15 in both incidents. He is being held at the Pasco County Jail without bail.
- Osher Joshua Pittman, 21, Miami: Arrested in late December 2025 for sexual battery on a minor and possession of child sexual abuse material. The arrest followed an investigation into the online upload of such material. Pittman was charged with sexual battery on a minor and possession of child sexual abuse material.
Background on Sexual Offenses Involving Minors in Florida
Florida has seen a series of arrests and convictions related to sexual offenses involving minors in recent years. Notable cases include:
- Jose Julio Espinosa, Manatee County: Convicted in March 2025 for sexual battery and lewd or lascivious molestation of a child under 12. The crimes were committed between 2009 and 2015 and were reported in 2021. Espinosa was sentenced to a minimum of 25 years and a maximum of life in prison and is required to register as a sex offender.
- Yamani Serrano, 20, Titusville: Arrested in May 2025 for luring a minor into the woods and sexually battering them. Serrano contacted the victim through social media, offered nicotine products, and then sexually assaulted the victim. He was charged with lewd and lascivious battery of a person aged 12-15.
- Eric Bishop, 43, Orlando: Sentenced in February 2018 to 17 years and 5 months in federal prison for attempting to entice a minor to engage in sexual activity. Bishop communicated with an undercover FBI agent posing as the grandfather of a five-year-old autistic child and made plans to meet and have sex with the “child.”
Conclusion
The recent arrests in Florida highlight the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to address and prevent sexual offenses involving minors. Authorities continue to investigate such cases thoroughly to ensure the safety and well-being of children in the community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What charges did Seth Tyler Holton face in Flagler County?
Seth Tyler Holton was charged with sexual battery of a victim aged 12-18 by an offender older than 18 and lewd or lascivious battery on a victim aged 12 to 16.
What was the outcome of the case involving Joshua Hawkins in Flagler County?
Joshua Hawkins was arrested on December 24, 2025, for sexually battering and molesting a minor. He was also accused of purchasing inappropriate items for the victim. Hawkins was charged with sexual battery of a minor aged 12-18 and lewd and lascivious molestation of a victim aged 12-16. He is being held on a $75,000 bond.
What charges did Daniel Enrique Fabian face in Pasco County?
Daniel Enrique Fabian was arrested in early January 2026 for sexually battering two girls in separate incidents. In one case, the assault was overheard by a 16-year-old witness who heard the incident through an online gaming microphone left on by Fabian. Fabian was charged with lewd and lascivious battery of a person aged 12-15 in both incidents. He is being held at the Pasco County Jail without bail.
What was the outcome of the case involving Osher Joshua Pittman in Miami?
Osher Joshua Pittman was arrested in late December 2025 for sexual battery on a minor and possession of child sexual abuse material. The arrest followed an investigation into the online upload of such material. Pittman was charged with sexual battery on a minor and possession of child sexual abuse material.
Key Features of Recent Sexual Offenses Involving Minors in Florida
| Individual | Location | Charges | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seth Tyler Holton | Flagler County | Sexual battery of a victim aged 12-18 by an offender older than 18; lewd or lascivious battery on a victim aged 12 to 16 | Arrested; held without bond |
| Joshua Hawkins | Flagler County | Sexual battery of a minor aged 12-18; lewd and lascivious molestation of a victim aged 12-16 | Arrested; held on $75,000 bond |
| Daniel Enrique Fabian | Pasco County | Lewd and lascivious battery of a person aged 12-15 | Arrested; held without bail |
| Osher Joshua Pittman | Miami | Sexual battery on a minor; possession of child sexual abuse material | Arrested |
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