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ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. - A former Pacifica High School teacher is facing serious charges after being caught in an online sting operation targeting men attempting to meet with underage girls.

Michael Cadilli, who once taught in Garden Grove, tried to avoid our camera during his preliminary hearing. He’s charged with soliciting a minor.

Just two days ago, prosecutors allege Cadilli tried to get a kiss from someone he believed was a 15-year-old girl. Photos allegedly sent by Cadilli to the decoy are part of the evidence, some too graphic to show on TV.

Investigators say he also sent sexually explicit text messages. The sting was set up by a man who goes by the name "Big Bad Wolf." He runs an online citizen group called "Caught-Fished."

Team members pose as minors to lure adult

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