BAYTOWN, Texas (KTRK) — A convicted sex offender was arrested and charged after an online operation where he tried to meet someone he thought was a 16-year-old girl, according to the Baytown Police Department.
BPD said Toby James Woods, 33, from Houston, was charged with online solicitation of a minor, which is a felony, after his arrest on Jan. 8.
Investigators from BPD’s Special Investigations Unit said they were running an undercover operation to catch people trying to exploit minors online when they contacted Woods and arranged a meeting.
Investigators said Woods believed he was talking to a 16-year-old girl and allegedly planned to meet her at a local school to engage in sexual contact.
When Woods arrived at the designated location, officers said they took him into custody without incident.
“Protecting our youth is one of our highest priorities,” said Baytown Police Chief John Stringer in a statement. “Operations like this are a reminder that online platforms can be used to target minors, and we will continue to proactively identify and hold accountable those who attempt to exploit them.”
Baytown police encouraged parents and guardians to talk openly with their children about online activity and asked the public to report any suspicious or concerning behavior to law enforcement.
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