Tampa, Florida – A Tampa man was arrested after a search warrant uncovered over 100 illegal files, prompting serious charges.
According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, deputies with the Internet Predator Unit served a warrant April 10 at a residence on Southern Bayou Place as part of an investigation into child sexual abuse material.
Authorities said Andrew Reyes, 26, allegedly attempted to shut the door on detectives as they made contact. Investigators reported Reyes resisted being detained, allegedly grabbing the hands, legs, and upper bodies of multiple deputies before they gained entry and took him into custody.
During the search, detectives said they located more than 100 files of suspected child sexual abuse material inside the residence. According to the sheriff’s office, Reyes is now facing multiple charges, including 100 counts related to possession of child sexual abuse material.
Additional charges include alleged battery on a law enforcement officer and resisting an officer with violence, officials said.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have not released further details about potential additional evidence or related cases.
The case highlights continued enforcement efforts targeting online exploitation and the possession of illegal digital content. Incidents like this can also impact students and young internet users, as authorities emphasize the importance of online safety awareness.
Reyes remains in custody as the case proceeds through the legal system. All charges are allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
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