Bradley Don Goodin, Sexually Abusing a Young Child, Oklahoma 2021

Sapulpa Man Sentenced for Sexually Abusing a Young Child

A former police officer has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for sexually abusing a young child, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson.

U.S. District Judge Gregory K. Frizzell sentenced Bradley Don Goodin, 47, to 15 years in federal prison followed by 20 years of supervised release. The 15-year sentence is for abusive sexual contact with a child under 12 in Indian Country.

During the hearing, the young victim spoke before the Court as well as another child who was also abused by Goodin. Judge Frizzell noted how compelling the statements were and stressed that these types of crimes have a significant impact on both children and their families.

Acting U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson said, “Goodin betrayed two young victims and took advantage of the role he played in their lives. The victims in this case bravely spoke today about the impact of Goodin’s crimes. I am proud of them for coming forward to face this child predator.”

Goodin, who was an officer with the Bristow Police Department, pleaded guilty to the charges on April 27, 2021. He has not been employed with the department since November 2019. The Sapulpa Police Department, Creek County Sheriff’s Office, and FBI conducted the investigation. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Jeffrey A. Gallant and Matilda Villalobos are prosecuting the case.

Ms. Villalobos is a prosecutor from the District of New Mexico, who volunteered to assist prosecution efforts here in the Northern District of Oklahoma due to increased jurisdictional responsibilities regarding crimes involving Native American victims or defendants and that occur within the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and Cherokee Nation Reservations.

This case is a stark reminder of the importance of protecting our children from predators like Goodin. We must continue to work together to prevent these heinous crimes and bring those responsible to justice.

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