20-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child
20-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child Boulder County (.gov)
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Boulder County, Colo.
September 20, 2023
Arrest Made for Possession and Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material
On September 20, 2023, 20-year-old Damen RENNELLS-ROSA was arrested for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Rennells-Rosa resides in the 2000 block of Yeager Drive in City of Longmont.
The investigation began after the Colorado Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force received information about the distribution of CSAM from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). A search warrant was executed on August 31, 2023, at Rennells-Rosa’s residence where multiple electronic devices were seized. During later digital forensic analysis of devices belonging to Rennells-Rosa, files were found in violation of sexual exploitation of a child.
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office houses local members of Colorado ICAC task force, comprised of Boulder County Digital Forensics Lab investigators from Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, Longmont Department of Public Safety, Boulder Police Department and Boulder County District Attorney’s Office. In addition to other responsibilities, investigators assigned to the Boulder County Digital Forensics Lab are tasked with investigating child sexual exploitation cases and high technology crimes, plus digital forensics expertise and analysis on a wide range of cases.
Rennells-Rosa was booked into the Boulder County Jail on an arrest warrant with no bond for one count of §18-6-403(3)(b), Sexual exploitation of a child-distribution, a Class 3 Felony, and three counts of §18-6-403(3)(b.5), Sexual exploitation of a child-possession, Class 4 Felonies.
The associated Boulder County Sheriff’s Office case number is 23-02800.
Agencies who assisted with this investigation include the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, Boulder County District Attorney’s Office, Boulder Police Department, and the Longmont Department of Public Safety.
About ICAC:
The Colorado Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC), is a group of local and federal law enforcement agencies, as well as prosecutors located in and around the state of Colorado who are trained and dedicated to protecting children online by investigating and prosecuting crimes committed against children, facilitated by the internet, technology, and computer usage. Colorado ICAC is a member of the National ICAC Task Force.
If you suspect a child is being sexually exploited online, you can report it online or by calling 1-800-THE-LOST.
As in every criminal case, these charges are merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent unless or until proven guilty.
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/s/Sergeant Jeff Pelletier
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators Analysis
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
- SDG 5: Gender Equality
The article discusses the arrest of an individual involved in possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). This issue is directly connected to SDG 16, which aims to promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all, and build effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions at all levels. Additionally, SDG 5, which focuses on achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls, is relevant as CSAM often involves the exploitation of vulnerable individuals, including women and girls.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- Target 16.2: End abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and all forms of violence against and torture of children
- Target 5.2: Eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation
The article highlights the arrest of an individual involved in possessing and distributing CSAM, which directly relates to Target 16.2 of SDG 16. This target aims to end abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and all forms of violence against and torture of children. Additionally, the issue of CSAM involves the exploitation of women and girls, aligning with Target 5.2 of SDG 5, which aims to eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
- Number of arrests and prosecutions related to child sexual exploitation cases
- Number of electronic devices seized during investigations
- Number of cases involving possession and distribution of CSAM
The article mentions the arrest of an individual involved in possessing and distributing CSAM, indicating progress towards the identified targets. The number of arrests and prosecutions related to child sexual exploitation cases can serve as an indicator to measure progress. Additionally, the article mentions the seizure of multiple electronic devices during the investigation, which can be an indicator of the extent of digital evidence collected. Lastly, the article refers to specific charges related to possession and distribution of CSAM, indicating the presence of cases involving this issue.
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | Target 16.2: End abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and all forms of violence against and torture of children | – Number of arrests and prosecutions related to child sexual exploitation cases – Number of electronic devices seized during investigations – Number of cases involving possession and distribution of CSAM |
| SDG 5: Gender Equality | Target 5.2: Eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation | – Number of arrests and prosecutions related to child sexual exploitation cases – Number of electronic devices seized during investigations – Number of cases involving possession and distribution of CSAM |
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Source: bouldercounty.gov
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