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High school custodian accused of sexually battering teen

Deputies say he admitted to the crime and said the victim tried to refuse his advances.

TAMPA, Fla. — A Tampa Catholic High School custodian is accused of sexually battering a teenager, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said.

Herbert Jones, 31, was arrested Friday and charged with three counts of sexual battery by a person 18 or older on a victim older than 12. His bail is set at $75,000.

Deputies say Jones battered the teen on June 22. They say he admitted to the crime and said the victim tried to refuse his advances.

Officials are trying to determine whether there are other victims. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office at 813-247-8200.

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