Shocking Betrayal at Sacramento Daycare
Picture this: a trusted daycare, a safe haven for kids, hides a predator who’s been deported twice. In Sacramento, California, a 26-year-old man from Turkey, Gokhan Bagci, allegedly molested a 6-year-old girl at a childcare center. This monster slipped through the cracks, working with kids despite being kicked out of the U.S. twice. How did this happen? Dive into this infuriating story of betrayal and broken systems.
Crime Uncovered by Brave Mother
On July 28, 2025, a mother noticed her 6-year-old daughter acting strangely after daycare. The child revealed Bagci touched her inappropriately multiple times at Mather Childcare Center, a facility serving Sacramento’s Turkish community. The mother alerted the Sheriff’s Office, sparking an investigation. Detectives arrested Bagci on August 22, 2025, charging him with four counts of lewd acts on a child under 14.
Twice-Deported Predator Slips Back In
Bagci, a Turkish national, was deported in November 2023 and September 2024, yet somehow returned to work at a daycare. California’s sanctuary laws, which prohibit cooperation with federal immigration authorities, let him evade detection. Despite state rules requiring background checks for daycare workers, Bagci’s lack of U.S. criminal history and possible use of false documents allowed him to infiltrate the center.
Daycare Shut Down Amid Fears
The Mather Childcare Center, now closed by state order, faces scrutiny for its hiring practices. Investigators suspect more victims, as Bagci worked there for months. The Sheriff’s Office used Turkish translators to interview children, uncovering hints of additional abuse. Parents are furious, demanding answers about how a twice deported predator gained access to their kids. Meanwhile, the state is reviewing childcare licensing gaps that let this nightmare unfold.
Outrage Over Sanctuary Policies
This case fuels rage over California’s sanctuary state policies, which shield dangerous criminals. Bagci’s ability to return after two deportations highlights a system that seems to prioritize illegals over kids’ safety. Media outlets like Fox News blasted the story, noting ICE’s detainer on Bagci for deportation after his trial. The public demands reform, sick of predators exploiting legal loopholes while children pay the price.
What’s Next for Child Safety?
Gokhan Bagci sits in the Sacramento County Jail, facing serious charges and likely deportation. The daycare remains shut, but parents wonder if justice will prevail. As investigators hunt for more victims, one question lingers: How many more predators are hiding in plain sight, protected by sanctuary policies?
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