Gainesville man charged with child molestation, harboring teen runaway

An 18-year-old from Gainesville faces criminal charges after he concealed the whereabouts of a 14- year-old girl for more than 10 days, officials say.

Anthony Rodriguez was arrested Friday, August 19, and charged with felony child molestation and interference with custody. Rodriguez also was charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

The runaway juvenile was returned to her home.

Rodriguez was released from jail on bond.

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