Darren Bradford, 24, from Berkley, has been arrested on charges of sexual conduct and distributing illegal substances to minors.
On February 5, the Berkley Department of Public Safety received a tip about Bradford, where witnesses reported frequent visits from minors to his apartment. In response, detectives launched an undercover investigation and identified multiple minors visiting his apartment during the day.
Further investigation revealed that Bradford had been taking the minors out for lunch and evening outings, during which he distributed illegal substances and alcohol.
It was also discovered that one of the minors had been sexually assaulted by Bradford. On February 21, 2025, the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office issued charges against Bradford, and he was arrested at his home.
Bradford was arraigned in the 44th District Court on one charge of criminal sexual conduct in the 3rd Degree (involving minors aged 13-15). His bond was set at $175,000, with conditions that include a GPS tether and location restrictions to protect minors.
