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Gibsonton Man Charged With Soliciting Child Sex Online
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Published: June 11, 2008
Carl Cocking
TAMPA - A Gibsonton man is accused of traveling to Brandon to engage in sex with someone he thought was a 12-year-old girl, an affidavit states.
Carl M. Cocking, 35, was released from Hillsborough County Jail today after posting $2,000 bail. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested him Tuesday.
Cocking is charged with a felony computer pornography charge. According to a criminal report affidavit, Cocking used Internet chat rooms and e-mails from May 30 through Tuesday to solicit "a parent of a child to consent to participation of such a child in any sexual act."
The affidavit states Cocking traveled from his home on Tuesday to Brandon "to meet who he believes is a 12-year-old female to engage in sexual conduct."
No further details were available.
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Posted by ( justchill ) on June 11, 2008 at 10:06 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Yeah what a sick guy...I can't believe all the people who are trying to solicit children..I'm glad he was caught, but I wish that this lowlife could not have got bail
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Posted by ( RichB ) on June 11, 2008 at 10:06 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
His name should have been an indication of his future.....
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Posted by ( Frankie_Fla ) on June 11, 2008 at 10:07 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Freak!
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Posted by ( RangerDave ) on June 11, 2008 at 10:09 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Only a $2K bond? What the heck!? It should have been $2M!!! Way to go judge...thanks for protecting our children, JERK!!!
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Posted by ( TylerDurden ) on June 11, 2008 at 10:10 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Oh for the love of Carbonated Gravy... his name is Carl Cocking, what did you think was going to happen?
'bout as smart as giving a shotgun to a duck
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Posted by ( Claylisa ) on June 11, 2008 at 10:13 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
His last name can't be real?? Seriously?
I'm gonna be sick.
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Posted by ( lovetherays ) on June 11, 2008 at 10:16 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Why is his bail so low??? Also I love these guys getting caught, but have they not learned that most of the time they are actually communicating with police.
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Posted by ( URY914 ) on June 11, 2008 at 10:31 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
He has a brother named Jack A....
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Posted by ( URY914 ) on June 11, 2008 at 10:32 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
He has a sister named Ineeda A.
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Posted by ( RS57 ) on June 11, 2008 at 10:39 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Be interesting to know what halfwit in a black bathrobe set the bail.Time to get some judges who consider this a serious crime.He needed to stay in jail for a while with big "Bubba".
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Posted by ( tallguy007 ) on June 11, 2008 at 10:43 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
let mister cocking be a cell mate of baby hogan so they can add to the new show the hogans are going to have when nick gets out.
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Posted by ( Jen1897 ) on June 11, 2008 at 10:52 a.m.
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Posted by ( tparich ) on June 11, 2008 at 11:11 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Guys like him are so stupid. By now they should have heard that the internet is the perfect place to get caught.
He was communicating with the parent in order to have sex with the parents child.
This is the second case here in the past week like this.
It leads me to assume there actually are parents who will sell (rent) their children to perverts.
Pathetic.
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Posted by ( SaveFerris ) on June 11, 2008 at 11:11 a.m.
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Posted by ( maliz ) on June 11, 2008 at 11:21 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
The bail for these pussbags should bet set a 1mil. This is why there are repeat offenders people, because the idiots who set the bail, set it too low. If they would just set the bail higher then they wouldnt get out, they would hurt another innocent and we wouldn't have to put so much tax dollars into giving these jacks three meals a day and a roof over their heads!
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Posted by ( loserhiker ) on June 11, 2008 at 11:24 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
feet cocking
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Posted by ( Mentallyvexed ) on June 11, 2008 at 11:27 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
The bail is a standard amount for the charge. He hasn't seen a judge yet. The bond is low because it wasn't a physical act against the child. It doesn't make it any less disgusting, and I hope he gets a lengthy sentence.
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Posted by ( SaveFerris ) on June 11, 2008 at 11:32 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
I just saw his mugshot, gross!!!!!!!!
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Posted by ( lovetherays ) on June 11, 2008 at 11:33 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
I say we just start killing them, then we won't have to worry about them.
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Posted by ( GF ) on June 11, 2008 at 11:40 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Jen1897, Tell us how you really feel, don't sugar coat it.
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Posted by ( RS57 ) on June 11, 2008 at 11:50 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Mentallyvexed, thank you for info. I was under the mistaken impression that felony bail was set by judge. Apologies to judges. I guess it is the legislature who needs to be ripped for not mandating that; especially where children are involved. Oh wait, they have license plates and other "important" matters to deal with.
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Posted by ( alafia1 ) on June 11, 2008 at 11:59 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Tyler. now that was funny
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Posted by ( Jen1897 ) on June 11, 2008 at noon ( Suggest removal )
very funny GF
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Posted by ( flajoe491 ) on June 11, 2008 at 12:04 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
People like him should be shot . I have no compassion for people that want to injure childern.
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Posted by ( GF ) on June 11, 2008 at 12:31 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
I'd like to see him go off half-cocked.
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Posted by ( OP ) on June 11, 2008 at 12:58 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
GF, I'd like my cocked gun to go off and see him go.
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Posted by ( liza21200 ) on June 11, 2008 at 1:20 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
2K??? That's the best they could come up with. So much for crime and punishment. More like crime and slap on the wrist. I bet he gets probation.
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Posted by ( Zipnby ) on June 11, 2008 at 1:22 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Cocking went to brandon and started knocking, when the door opened what he saw was pretty shocking! Now he'll be in a cell that is locking behind bubba who will be rocking.
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Posted by ( roses35 ) on June 11, 2008 at 1:25 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
I think all child molesters should have to wear a sighn that says " I am a child molester" every were they go.
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Posted by ( GF ) on June 11, 2008 at 1:39 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Carl Cocking cocked a couple kindergarten kids.
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Posted by ( ladyjustice ) on June 11, 2008 at 1:41 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Where are all the "racial" comments? Come on guys!!! No comments about this pervert's race? Go figure...
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Posted by ( URY914 ) on June 11, 2008 at 1:44 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Mr. Cocking, paging Mr. Cocking, I have a call for Mr. Cocking.
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Posted by ( nuts1999 ) on June 11, 2008 at 2:08 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Hey Lady Justice, at least he didn't kill a little ole lady for a few bucks, or kill some one cause they dis respect me, or live on welfare, or steal for a living. May be low life pice of trash, but better than some.. ( since you brought it up dummy)
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Posted by ( Landsturm ) on June 11, 2008 at 2:17 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
I Dunno but Stupid Cracker just sounds kinda lame and doesn't carry the shock value it used to...But perverted POS freak sounds ok...How bout it ladyjustice?...Is that ok with you?
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Posted by ( GF ) on June 11, 2008 at 2:33 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
ladyjustice, Why comment on race. We all know that all molesters are white and all carjackers and crack dealers are black. Is that what you want to hear.....racebaiter?
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Posted by ( ladyjustice ) on June 11, 2008 at 2:39 p.m.
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Posted by ( Landsturm ) on June 11, 2008 at 2:45 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Well I guess until these sex offenders start slinging crack nobody's gonna be happy.
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Posted by ( ladyjustice ) on June 11, 2008 at 2:59 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Raicebaiter? Hahahahahahaha! What the heck is that? I'm sorry but I don't deal with words that don't appear in the dictionary. Nice one.
Secondly, I was being facetious (that word IS in the dictionary) and pointing out the irony. Oh gosh, you guys are killing me today. Racebaiter..hahahahahah!
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Posted by ( VirtuousD ) on June 11, 2008 at 3:10 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Lady Justice...right on !!!!
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Posted by ( Coast2Coast ) on June 11, 2008 at 3:45 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Good one "URY914 ", is his father name BJ A....
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Posted by ( SMB ) on June 11, 2008 at 3:47 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
ladyjustice
racebaiter-(spell it correctly please)- someone who purposely injects a racial comment into a blog to rile up racial tension into the debate.
Just because it might not be in the dictionary, does not mean it is not a word. The English language is constantly evolving to include new words for ideas and concepts newly introduces to society. Years ago, people might have looked at for funny for using the word "blogging" which you seem to be very familiar with.
Sorry your hero Javon was killed, but do you want to carry him over to a sick perverts debate. We could happily lump together if you would like.
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Posted by ( GF ) on June 11, 2008 at 3:57 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Dumb@$$ isn't in the dictionary either, but most folks know what it means. I would put "racebaiter" in the same category.
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Posted by ( 3rd_POV ) on June 11, 2008 at 4:01 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Ok, Lady Justice,
How about this...
He was just imitating R. Kelley, Kobe Bryant, Mike Tyson, etc.
Ok?
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Posted by ( ladyjustice ) on June 11, 2008 at 4:24 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
HAAAAAAAAAHAHAHAHA! You guys are soooooooo uptight! How does it feel to have race enter into a topic that it has NOTHING to do with?
3rd POV - I don't know any of those celebs so do you expect me to defend them or something? hahahahahaha! I think not!
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Posted by ( ladyjustice ) on June 11, 2008 at 4:31 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Oh, I forgot about you SMB. I know you wanted my special attention, that is why you addressed me. Here goes...before trying to come across as a smart butt, you may want to reread your own comment. There are a number of grammatical errors. Love ya! hahahahahahaha!
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Posted by ( crysntrin ) on June 11, 2008 at 4:39 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
dont they all watch tv by now? why do they keep getting caught? It must reallly be a sickness.
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Posted by ( VPG ) on June 11, 2008 at 5:01 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Geting a little cocky aren't we.
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Posted by ( tallguy007 ) on June 11, 2008 at 5:05 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
so mr cocking what type of ladys do you like?Well the younger the better like 12 yr girls r a dream of mine.YOU NO MY NAME IS COCKING!!!!and thats what I want to do.Judge to mr cocking SIR UR NEW GIRL FRIEND IS BUBBA WHO IS 6'6 AND 350 POUNDS AND IS A RAPEST SO FOR THE NEXT 30 YRS ENJOY OH THERES NO KY JELLY ALOUD!!!!
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Posted by ( alleng ) on June 11, 2008 at 5:41 p.m.
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Posted by ( SMB ) on June 11, 2008 at 6 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Grammatical errors the best you could come up with? Here I was trying to enlighten you so you might debate more intelligently. It is your prerogative, if you prefer to remain ignorant and laugh off comments. Maybe you could do me the kindness and point out one of the glaring grammatical errors that you dismiss this as mindless drivel.
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Posted by ( Jen1897 ) on June 11, 2008 at 6 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
How's this? ...Cracker a$$ Cracker!
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Posted by ( SMB ) on June 11, 2008 at 6:04 p.m.
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Posted by ( nuts1999 ) on June 11, 2008 at 6:10 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
ladyjustice didn't think he's a perv cause she had her 1st kid at age 10 and now has 8. Keep them welfare checks comming darling..
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Posted by ( SMB ) on June 11, 2008 at 6:21 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Dumb @ss cracker don't watch to catch a predator? Maybe whitey should use that TV he paid all that good money for.
(Maybe this one will fly)
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Posted by ( Joyann ) on June 11, 2008 at 7:05 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Where is Lorainna Bobitt when you need her?
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Posted by ( guitarteacher ) on June 12, 2008 at 8:10 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
We just had our pug neutered. Best thing that ever happened to him. He was running around, using his male-ness on everything, without even knowing what he was doing. Now, he's Mr. Mellow. Calm and relaxed as can be! Can't even remember why girls were so interesting before! May be something to think about in these cases. Oh! Right! We can't allow cruelty to criminals - only to victims.
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Posted by ( DarthRandall ) on June 12, 2008 at 8:20 a.m.
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Posted by ( DarthRandall ) on June 12, 2008 at 9:23 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Wow, that was quick. Who's pulling the switch today? I see, "cracker" is ok..... Ok - CRACKER CRACKER CRACKER CRACKER CRACKER CRACKER CRACKER. but honk-y is out? Just so I know.
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Posted by ( DarthRandall ) on June 12, 2008 at 9:31 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Mmmmmmmmmmmm...... Carbonated Gravy.
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Posted by ( julezizcool ) on June 12, 2008 at 9:47 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Ummm, well it is kind of strange that most child molestors are white huh? Not that I agree with ladyjustice or virtousD or anything, but it's a very strange phenomenom. This guy should be taught "road maintenance" like they did where I moved from. The rednecks tie you to the back of a pick up, preferable a an older one with lots of rust, dents, mud and a huge rebel flag in the back window, and then "grade" the road with your happy @ss! No lie, they did it 4 years ago before I moved to a guy who molested a child. Say what you want about rednecks, but only they can have sex with their kin! Lol! Love you guys doing battle on here by the way!
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Posted by ( ladyjustice ) on June 12, 2008 at 9:58 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Keep the welfare checks "COMMING?" Wow, I love it when an idiot tries to be a smart butt. hahahahahaha! Hey, where are my kids? I would love to meet them!
SMB- sorry I laughed off your "enlightenment." Didn't mean to hurt your feelings, but really it isn't that serious. I just wanted to turn the tables a bit so you guys can see how it feels to mention race when it has absolutely nothing to do with the story. I see it wasn't taken too kindly. Maybe those of you that make it a habit should think about that before you decide to be a "racebaiter." hahahahaha! Sorry, that word cracks me the heck up. Is that intelligent enough for ya? Sheesh, quit being so dang uptight. Move on to another story...
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Posted by ( SMB ) on June 12, 2008 at 11:05 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
On the contrary, several posters took your initiative and poked fun at their own race. Maybe you should not be so up tight and find the humor in it. Moving on. I see Javon is back in the news. Maybe I can go stir up some trouble there.
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