A 60-year-old Hispanic male has been arrested for allegedly annoying or molesting at least two female juveniles, according to the Big Bear Sheriff’s Station. (File Photo)
By G. T. Houts
Big Bear Lake, CA – The Big Bear Sheriff’s Station has received several calls and social media postings over the past several days reporting suspicious activity wherein a male subject was making contact with adolescent children at or near bus stops in Sugarloaf while they were on their way to or from school.
THE SUSPECT
Nelson Nodar (Booking Photo)
Following an extensive investigation, 60-year-old Nelson Nodar was identified as the male subject in question and a warrant for his arrest was obtained.
On September 2, about 2 p.m., the Multi-Enforcement Team and detectives of the Big Bear Sheriff’s Station served the warrant at a residence in the 500 block of Victoria Avenue in Sugarloaf.
A media release from the Sheriff’s Department reports that Nodar made contact with at least 2 juvenile victims for the purpose of annoying or molesting them.
THE ARREST
Nodar was taken into custody without incident and booked at the Big Bear Jail on misdemeanor charges of violation of California Penal Code 647.6(a)(2).
Nodar remains in custody in lieu of a $100,000 bail enhancement, with an arraignment hearing set for September 4 in San Bernardino County Superior Court.
The arrest of Nodar Nelson is a direct result of the awareness of private citizens and school officials, and their quick action to report the suspicious activity.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The Big Bear Sheriff’s Station is appreciative of the community partnerships that help ensure the safety and protection of the citizens of Big Bear Valley.
Investigators believe suspect Nelson Nodar has tried to contact additional children with the same intent.
Nodar, is an Hispanic male, 5’6” tall, 120 lbs., with brown eyes and brown hair.
Anyone who believes their children are unreported victims of Nodar is urged to contact the Detective Bureau of the Big Bear Sheriff’s Station at (909) 866-0100. Information can also be reported anonymously by calling WE-TIP at (800) 78-CRIME or online at WETIP. www.wetip.com. (303)