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Sheldon, Iowa (Sioux County Radio) — A Sheldon man is facing felony charges after an undercover online investigation by the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities say 39-year-old Christopher James Kopel was arrested Monday afternoon. Investigators say Kopel engaged in explicit online conversations with an undercover deputy who was posing as a 15-year-old boy from Sioux County.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, Kopel allegedly tried to arrange a meeting with the juvenile for an unlawful sex act. He was taken into custody and transported to the Sioux County Jail.
Kopel is cited on the charges of Enticing a Minor and Grooming, both Class D felonies.
The Sheldon Police Department assisted in the investigation.
Authorities remind the public that criminal charges are only allegations, and Kopel is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
