United States v. John T. Hefferon

KING, Chief Judge:

Defendant John T. Hefferon (“Heffer-on”) appeals from a jury conviction for knowingly engaging in a sexual act with a victim under the age of twelve in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 2241. Upon consideration, we affirm.

STATEMENT OF THE CASE

In January 2001, the seven-year-old victim, Alejandra, was residing with her family at Lackland Air Force Base’s temporary lodging facility in San Antonio. The family was awaiting a move to Germany in connection with their father’s position as a Captain in the Air Force. On January 1, 2001, at approximately 11:00 p.m., Alexandra's parents left…