Father and son face child pornography charges
Father and son face child pornography charges KOAT New Mexico
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Father and Son Face Child Pornography Charges
Federal Search Warrant Finds Large Cache of Child Sexual Abuse Videos
Updated: 4:54 PM MDT Sep 16, 2023
Summary
A father and son were arrested on Friday after graphic videos depicting children being sexually abused were found on multiple devices at their home, according to court documents.
Arrest and Charges
A search warrant was executed on Friday morning by the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office deputies and FBI agents. As a result of the search, Thomas Abeyta, 63, and Carlos Abeyta, 43, were arrested.
- Thomas Abeyta: Federal charges of distribution and possession of child pornography.
- Carlos Abeyta: State charges of sexual exploitation of children (possession, child under 13).
Investigation and Arrest Details
The FBI obtained a federal search warrant following an investigation that discovered an online account linked to Thomas Abeyta, which distributed child pornography.
Law enforcement officers arrived at the residence on Schumacher Street NW around 6 a.m. They first spoke with Thomas Abeyta and his wife Debbie, who informed them that their son Carlos was inside the house.
Carlos Abeyta came outside and was read his Miranda rights. He agreed to speak with an FBI agent and claimed that he did not know what was on the USB drives in his bedroom. He also mentioned that a laptop in his room belonged to his father and that he had not used it recently.
Evidence Found
A search of the house revealed over 10 electronic devices in the bedroom of Thomas Abeyta and his wife. Three of these devices contained videos of child sexual abuse. In Carlos Abeyta’s bedroom, videos and photos of child sexual abuse were found on multiple devices and a laptop computer.
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
- SDG 4: Quality Education
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- SDG 16.2: End abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and all forms of violence against and torture of children
- SDG 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
- SDG 4.7: Ensure all learners acquire knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles
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 charges related to child pornography and sexual exploitation of children
- Number of devices found containing videos and photos of child sexual abuse
- Number of individuals involved in the distribution and possession of child pornography
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | 16.2: End abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and all forms of violence against and torture of children | – Number of arrests and charges related to child pornography and sexual exploitation of children – Number of devices found containing videos and photos of child sexual abuse – Number of individuals involved in the distribution and possession of child pornography |
| SDG 5: Gender Equality | 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 charges related to child pornography and sexual exploitation of children – Number of devices found containing videos and photos of child sexual abuse – Number of individuals involved in the distribution and possession of child pornography |
| SDG 4: Quality Education | 4.7: Ensure all learners acquire knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles | – Number of arrests and charges related to child pornography and sexual exploitation of children – Number of devices found containing videos and photos of child sexual abuse – Number of individuals involved in the distribution and possession of child pornography |
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