Twentynine Palms, CA – A 53-year-old Twentynine Palms man has been arrested following what authorities describe as one of the largest known collections of child sexual abuse material linked to a single suspect in California.
According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the arrest came after a months-long investigation by the agency’s Computer Crimes Investigation Unit (CCIU), with assistance from the Inland Division Investigation Services Unit (ISU).
Officials said the suspect was taken into custody earlier this week during a coordinated operation involving multiple law enforcement teams. Images shared by CHP show several patrol units and a helicopter at the scene during the arrest.
Investigators allege the man was in possession of extensive digital materials depicting child sexual abuse. CHP described the discovery as one of the largest of its kind in state history. The agency has not yet released the suspect’s name, pending further investigation and potential charges.
Authorities emphasized that the case underscores CHP’s ongoing commitment to protecting vulnerable children and targeting those who exploit them online.
“This case demonstrates our continued dedication to safeguarding California’s most vulnerable residents,” CHP stated in a release.
No additional details were immediately available, but the investigation remains active.
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