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Vidalia man accused of attempting to meet minor for sex; arrested

All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

VIDALIA, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On April 6, 2023, the Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office began investigating a male adult, who allegedly made contact with what he believed to be a minor online. According to deputies, the suspect allegedly made plans to meet the minor for sex.


Photo courtesy of the Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office

Once the suspect arrived at a location to meet the minor, he was met by detectives and identified as 32-year-old Cody Day of Vidalia, La. As he was placed under arrest, deputies discovered methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia in Day’s possession.

He was charged with Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile, Computer-Aided Solicitation of a Minor, Obstruction of Justice, Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.