Cleveland, OH - On Sunday, April 25, 2021, Mayfield Heights Police responded to a residence for a report of a sex offense. The parents of a thirteen year old juvenile reported that their son was contacted via SnapChat by what they believed to be an adult male who sent inappropriate photographs of himself.
The same adult male also appeared at the residence of the juvenile in the early morning hours.
After further investigation, Mayfield Heights Police identified the subject as 42-year old John D. Ruediger from Streetsboro. Ruediger was arrested on April, 29, and charged with Disseminating Matter Harmful to Juveniles, a Felony of the 5th degree. Additional charges may be presented to the Grand Jury.
Police say the investigation is ongoing at this time.
Photo courtesy of Mayfield Heights Police Department
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