ROCKFORD, Ill. – A Rockford man has been charged with five counts of child pornography following a months-long investigation by the Rockford Police Department’s Sensitive Crimes Unit.
According to police, investigators received a tip on August 12, 2025, about a person allegedly in possession of child pornography. The suspect was later identified as 24-year-old Kiefer J. Hackler.
On October 30, 2025, officers executed a search warrant in the 1700 block of Hamilton Avenue, where Hackler was taken into custody. The Winnebago County State’s Attorney’s Office reviewed the case and authorized five counts of possession of child pornography. Hackler was booked into the County Jail, authorities said.
The Illinois State Police and Illinois Attorney General’s Office assisted in the investigation. Officials noted that the charges are accusations, and Hackler is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
Police reminded residents that additional charges or arrests may follow as the investigation continues.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Rockford Police Department at 815-966-2900 or leave an anonymous tip with Rockford Area Crime Stoppers at 815-963-7867.
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