Volusia County

Deltona man accused of sexually abusing child, deputies say

DELTONA, Fla. — Volusia County deputies said they are looking for other potential victims after a Deltona man was charged with sexual battery of a child.

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Deputies said Brandon Wheeler, 29, was arrested Thursday on suspicion of sexual battery and lewd or lascivious battery of a child.

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According to a report, the victim is a boy under the age of 12 and Wheeler had regular contact with the child.

Detectives said they have investigated similar allegations involving Wheeler in the past, but due to a lack of information and evidence, criminal charges were not filed.

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Deputies said additional charges are possible pending further investigation and digital forensics of items seized during execution of a search warrant.

Anyone with information about additional potential victims is asked to call the Volusia Sheriff’s Office Child Exploitation Unit at 386-323-3574.

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