Denver, CO - A Colorado man was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison on Tuesday for exploiting six minors thru online means, teh department of Justice announced. Kevin Michael Moore, 34, of Aurora, pleaded guilty in August 2023 to one count of production of child sexual abuse material.
The case highlights the growing threat of online sexual exploitation of children and the Justice Department’s commitment to pursuing perpetrators. According to court documents, Moore engaged in online activity resulting in the creation of images and videos depicting the sexual abuse of six victims under the age of 16. The investigation was conducted by the FBI’s Denver Field office, with assistance from the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
U.S. District judge Raymond P. Moore imposed the sentence, also ordering Moore to forfeit assets and undergo lifetime supervision upon release. “The sexual abuse of children is a horrific crime that causes lasting trauma,” said U.S. Attorney Cole finegan for the District of Colorado.”we will continue to relentlessly pursue those who prey on vulnerable children and hold them accountable for their actions.”
The sentencing follows an investigation that began in February 2022 after a tip from the National center for Missing and Exploited children (NCMEC). FBI agents executed a search warrant at Moore’s residence, seizing electronic devices containing evidence of the abuse. The Department of Justice’s Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section (CEOS) provided significant assistance in the prosecution. anyone with details about suspected child sexual abuse is encouraged to contact the NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) or the FBI.
