Alabama Man Charged with Enticing an 8-Year-Old Girl

A 45-year-old Alabama man has been arrested after he allegedly enticed an 8-year-old girl into his apartment, where he reportedly hugged and kissed her in an inappropriate manner.

John Wayne Vickery of Franklin County now faces criminal charges for enticing a minor into a vehicle or house for immoral purposes. Vickery has also been charged with interfering with child custody for taking the girl out of the custody of her guardian.

According to authorities, Vickery was able to entice the child into climbing up the back wall of his apartment building and through the window leading into his apartment.  Once inside, Vickery reportedly began hugging and kissing the child. After the incident the girl ran out the front door.

Police Chief Merrell Potter says someone saw the girl climb up the wall and go through the window.  Potter also said the girl told her guardian about the incident, who then notified the police about what had happened.

Both of the crimes Vickery has been charged with are Class C felonies, which are punishable by up to 10 years in prison, thousands of dollars in fines, and registration as a sex offender.

Vickery is currently being held on $40,000 bond in Franklin County jail.

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