Victim fears for others after California parole board approves release of convicted child predator
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Convicted serial child predator David Allen Funston approved for parole under California's elderly inmate program, sparking backlash from victims and prosecutors.
Taylor Penley is an associate editor with Fox News.
The remarks came after the California Board of Parole Hearings found 64-year-old David Allen Funston suitable for parole decades after he was convicted in 1999 of 16 felony counts related to a series of kidnappings and child molestation. He received more than 20 years in prison plus three consecutive terms of 25 years to life.
Funston became eligible for review under the California Elderly Parole Program, which allows inmates who are at least 50 years old and have served 20 years to be considered for early release.
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