Theater Teacher in NYC Given Sentence for Large Collection of Child Abuse Material
New York City Drama Teacher Sentenced for Child Sexual Abuse Material A drama teacher from New York City has been sentenced to 12 and a half years in prison after being arrested for possessing over 1,000 images and videos related to child sexual abuse. Some of the victims were as young as 6 years old. […]
Child predator sought by ICE after early release from Virginia facility
Romanian Immigrant Faces Deportation After Early Release for Sex Crimes A Romanian immigrant, Rebecca Fratilla-Illies, is currently wanted by ICE after returning to prison, where she’s suspected of violating her probation following an early release for sexually abusing a middle school boy. Fratilla-Illies was found guilty of two counts relating to sexual knowledge of a […]
ICE requests NC to detain Romanian woman found guilty of child sex offenses for deportation.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is requesting that North Carolina police extradite a Romanian national, Rebecca Fratilla-Illies, who has a history of child sex offenses and faces deportation linked to a fraudulent asylum claim and an early release from prison. Fratilla-Illies was convicted on two counts of sexual exploitation of a minor and statutory rape […]
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 […]