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Child exploitation arrest of a Watsonville man, more victims expected

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MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV) -- Marina Police say that they've arrested a man in Watsonville at his home today for harassing a 13-year-old girl he met online, and for possessing child pornography. 

Marina PD said they were contacted about this incident back in February, but there were no leads at that time. 

The investigation's bureau then took over the case where they were able to identify the suspect as 36-year-old Oscar Mendoza Barrera.

Detectives obtained search warrants for Mendoza Barrera's social media accounts, where they say they discovered child pornography. 

The suspect was booked into Monterey County jail, according to police.

Police saying that they also believe there may be more victims who have not yet come forward as a result of the investigation. 

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