Austin Maddox, Former Red Sox pitcher, arrested in underage sex sting operation

Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Austin Maddox was recently arrested in Florida as part of a sting operation targeting underage sex offenders. The Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters confirmed that Maddox was one of 27 individuals apprehended in a joint effort by law enforcement agencies. Authorities stated that Maddox and the others who were arrested are facing charges for soliciting sex from individuals they believed to be children online. Despite the allegations, Maddox, 33, plans to fight the charges.

His defense attorney, James Hill, announced that Maddox will plead not guilty if formal charges are brought against him. Maddox is currently facing four felony counts, including the charge of traveling to meet a child after soliciting them online. He is being held in jail with bail set at $300,000.

During the sting operation, Maddox was caught communicating with an undercover agent posing as a 14-year-old girl. The arrest report stated that Maddox expressed his desire to engage in sexual activity with the girl, unaware of her true identity. These are serious allegations, and the legal process will determine the outcome.It is important to uphold the justice system and ensure a fair trial for all parties involved.