A Moberly Man Faces Serious Charges

A man from Moberly is in big trouble. John Teel, who is 54 years old, is accused of trying to lure a child under 17. He is currently behind bars at the Randolph County Jail, with a hefty bond of $100, 000. The court has not yet set a date for his trial. The trouble started when a witness went to the police. On September 21, they reported that a child had received some very inappropriate messages on Instagram. These messages were from Teel and dated back to August 15. In these messages, Teel allegedly asked to meet the child in person and suggested sexual acts. He knew the victim was a child. When the police questioned Teel, he claimed he never agreed to meet the child. However, the police found evidence that suggested otherwise. This is a serious situation, and the consequences could be severe. It is important to remember that everyone is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The investigation is ongoing, and more details may emerge as the case progresses. This case highlights the importance of online safety for children. Parents and guardians should be aware of who their kids are talking to online and what kind of messages they are receiving. It is crucial to have open conversations about the dangers that can lurk on the internet.