Sacramento Man, 75, Arrested on Child Sex Abuse Charges

Authorities seek additional victims after relative's arrest on $1M bail

Mar. 28, 2026 at 4:05pm

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A 75-year-old Sacramento County man has been arrested on eight counts of lewd and lascivious acts with a child under 14, according to the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office. Larry Candies was booked into the Sacramento County Main Jail on $1 million bail after a 13-year-old girl reported being sexually assaulted by a family member. Detectives believe there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward.

Why it matters

Child sexual abuse cases often involve complex family dynamics and can have lasting traumatic impacts on victims. This arrest highlights the need for vigilance in protecting vulnerable children and supporting survivors who come forward, while also raising questions about how such alleged abuse could go undetected for years within a family.

The details

According to the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office, the investigation began in September 2025 after the 13-year-old girl's mother reported the assault. The minor later described the abuse during an interview at the Family Justice Center in Modesto. Detectives said the victim told them Candies had been molesting her since she was about 11 years old. Investigators also uncovered prior sexual assault allegations against Candies during the review.

  • The investigation began in September 2025 after the victim's mother reported the assault.
  • Candies was arrested on March 25, 2026.
  • Candies is scheduled to appear in court on March 27, 2026.

The players

Larry Candies

A 75-year-old Sacramento County man arrested on eight counts of lewd and lascivious acts with a child under 14. His bail was set at $1 million.

Sacramento County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that arrested Candies and is investigating the case, including seeking potential additional victims.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on March 27 whether to allow Candies to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This disturbing case highlights the need for greater awareness and reporting of child sexual abuse, especially within families, in order to protect vulnerable youth and ensure perpetrators are held accountable. Community support and trauma-informed resources for survivors will be crucial moving forward.