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LAKE COUNTY, Ill. - A Glenview man has been charged with indecent solicitation of a child, after an undercover operation, according to Lake County Sheriff's Office.
What we know:
James W. Ropa, 65, of Glenview, contacted who he believed was a 13-year-old boy on social media on Jan. 28. The individual was, in fact, an undercover detective as part of an operation between Lake County Sheriff's Office and the United States Naval Criminal Investigative Service.
According to officials, Ropa asked to meet the "boy" later that evening when his parents were not home. Ropa allegedly indicated he wanted to engage in sexual acts with the "boy."
Ropa was arrested by NCIS special agents and Lake County Sheriff's detectives when he arrived at the "boy's" home in Lake County.
Ropa has been charged with indecent solicitation of a child, solicitation to meet a child, traveling to meet a minor, and grooming.
James W. Ropa, 65, of Glenview
What they're saying:
"Protecting children requires constant vigilance and strong partnerships. This case again underscores how effective collaboration with our law enforcement partners can be in identifying offenders and stopping them before harm occurs," Sheriff John D. Idleburg said.
What's next:
Ropa will remain in jail until his next court hearing on Feb. 18.
The Source: Details for this story were provided by the Lake County Sheriff's Office.