New York City theater instructor receives 12.5-year prison sentence for child pornography.
New York City Teacher Sentenced for Child Exploitation A drama teacher from New York City has been sentenced to 12 and a half years in prison after authorities discovered over 1,000 disturbing images and videos depicting child sexual abuse of kids as young as six. Anthony Michael Souza, 38, had a chilling collection that included […]
Virginia man alleged to have offered home to dismiss child sodomy charges
Jared Mayo, accused of sexually assaulting an 8-year-old girl, allegedly attempted to persuade the girl’s mother to drop the charges by offering her a house back in January, according to Virginia prosecutors. A grand jury indicted him on bribery charges in February, adding to the 10 existing charges he faces, including forcible sodomy, based on […]
DHS criticizes Pritzker for releasing a convicted child sex offender despite an ICE hold.
The Department of Homeland Security has placed blame on Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and the state itself for not cooperating with ICE. This criticism emerged after the release of an undocumented immigrant, who had previously been convicted of child sexual abuse, despite federal requests for his transfer to their custody. Both Pritzker and Chicago Mayor […]
Deputies Gather Alleged Child Predators and Human Traffickers in Operation
Florida Lawmakers Conduct Sting Leading to 266 Arrests In a six-day operation aimed at suspected human traffickers, child predators, and illegal immigrants, Florida lawmakers apprehended 266 individuals. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO), led by Sheriff Grady Judd, unveiled the results of this initiative, dubbed “Polk Around and Find Out.” Of the total arrests, 247 […]
Meta warns of removing apps from New Mexico due to child safety regulations
Meta Considers Cutting Access to Social Media in New Mexico The social media giant, Meta, is contemplating shutting down its platforms in New Mexico. This decision comes as a response to the state’s legal moves pushing for enhanced child safety measures on these platforms. Recently, a jury determined that Meta misled consumers regarding the safety […]
New York Archdiocese proposes $800 million to resolve child sexual abuse allegations
Archdiocese of New York Proposes $800 Million Settlement for Abuse Claims The Archdiocese of New York has proposed an $800 million settlement to resolve lawsuits alleging sexual abuse of children by priests and lay staff. Church leaders have cautioned that bankruptcy could be on the horizon if this settlement is not accepted. This settlement requires […]
Ex-Minnesota Investigator: State Government ‘Intimidated’ Department in Supposed Coverup of Child Care Fraud Claims
Testimony Highlights Child Care Fraud Issues in Minnesota A former police officer and investigator with the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) stated this week that state officials attempted to suppress findings from reports on child care fraud. The testimony included claims of harassment directed at their unit by DHS staff. Jay Swanson shared details […]
Husband posing as Santa caught in Florida child predator operation
A Santa on the Naughty List A man who impersonated Santa Claus and claimed to have hosted “thousands of children” has been arrested in a child sex sting operation. Thomas Allen Hicks, 68, a seasoned Santa and preacher, allegedly responded to an online advertisement from an undercover officer posing as a parent willing to engage […]
Man abandons child in woods while trying to escape police in Daytona Beach
Body camera footage captured a tense situation in Daytona Beach, Florida, where a man attempted to flee from police while holding a child. This event took place on a Saturday when officers stopped 47-year-old Corey Akeley’s car, suspecting it was linked to a shooting incident. During the questioning, police noticed a small bag stuck between […]
Man from Florida taken into custody in the Philippines for a child kidnapping case from 1989.
Arrest Made in 40-Year-Old Cold Case A man living in the Philippines has been arrested in connection with a nearly four-decade-old unsolved case. Authorities say DNA evidence has linked him to the 1989 kidnapping and sexual assault of a young girl in Florida. On April 23, 69-year-old Tom Talmadge was taken into custody at his […]