Man accused of child molesting pleads guilty to misdemeanor battery
The possible plea deal was reached more than six years after the man was charged with six felony counts of child molesting.
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The possible plea deal was reached more than six years after the man was charged with six felony counts of child molesting.
Bradley W. Franchville, 26, could face a nine-year sentence if a judge accepts his plea agreement.
David Garcia Jr., 30, made an initial appearance on two counts of child molesting and two counts of sexual misconduct with a minor.
The accused referred to the touching as "light petting" and "advised touching with Victim 1 may have gotten out of hand on occasion."
"After the children were dressed, (the father) approached Jerry (Palmer) and told him, 'if I find out there was any foul play, I'll (expletive) kill you," according to a newly-filed