FBI's Handling of Child Sexual Abuse Tips

The Justice Department's watchdog found continued shortcomings in FBI's handling of child sexual abuse tips, failing to report to local authorities in nearly half the cases. FBI's response acknowledged the compliance issues and vowed to correct them. Despite changes post-Nassar scandal, FBI still falls short in reporting and sharing tips. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Dick Durbin called FBI's actions shameful and announced a hearing on the matter.

Allegations of Child Sexual Abuse at Megachurch

Allegations of child sexual abuse surfaced involving the founder of one of America's largest megachurches, leading to resignations and departures of key leaders. The church has seen a decrease in attendance and faces uncertainty about its future.

Former North Dakota Lawmaker Pleads Guilty to Traveling to Europe for Sex with Minor

Former North Dakota lawmaker Ray Holmberg pleaded guilty to traveling to Europe with the intent to pay for sex with a minor. He admitted to paying young male masseuses during multiple visits to the Czech Republic. Holmberg resigned after being indicted for illicit sexual activity and receipt of child sexual abuse material.

Child Sexual Abuse Images on OnlyFans

The extent of child sexual abuse images and videos on OnlyFans is difficult to measure. OnlyFans voluntarily reports any suspected child abuse to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Experts say the actual amount of CSAM on OnlyFans is hard to verify independently due to individual paywalls for creators.

North Dakota man sentenced for child sexual abuse images

A North Dakota man was sentenced to 40 years in prison for child sexual abuse images. He has ties to a former Republican state senator accused of paying for sex with a minor. The defendant preyed on kids online and in real life.

Child Sexual Abuse Investigations in Ontario

More than 60 people arrested in Ontario for child sexual abuse; investigations led to dozens of suspects charged with various offenses, including possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material. 34 victims identified, 30 children safeguarded.

Former Jacksonville Jaguars Employee Sentenced for Producing Child Sexual Abuse Material and Hacking Jumbotron

Former Jacksonville Jaguars employee sentenced to 220 years for producing child sexual abuse material and hacking the team's jumbotron. He had installed remote access software on a server before his contract ended, causing the video boards to malfunction. The FBI found child sexual abuse material on his devices during a raid at his home.

Accusations of Homophobia in the Entertainment Industry

Joe Bell, father of former child actor Drake Bell, expressed concern over convicted child molester Brian Peck, a Nickelodeon employee, but was accused of homophobia. Peck was eventually arrested for child sexual abuse, and it was revealed that Drake Bell was his victim.

Actors' Claims of Being Groomed on Boy Meets World

Actors Rider Strong and Will Friedle claim they were groomed by actor Brian Peck while filming Boy Meets World, leading to regrettable involvement in supporting Peck during his child sexual abuse accusations.