Henry County man accused of possessing 5,000+ files child sexual abuse material
Henry County man accused of possessing 5,000+ files child sexual abuse material WZTV
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Arrest Made in Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material
Henry County, Tennessee (WZTV) –
A Middle Tennessee man has been arrested and charged with possessing child sexual abuse material.
The arrest aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 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.
Investigation Details
- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reports that Ernest Brown possessed and distributed multiple files of child sexual abuse material through Facebook.
- Agents found Brown in possession of more than 5,000 files of child sexual abuse material.
- This investigation highlights the importance of Sustainable Development Goal 5, which focuses on achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls, as child sexual abuse disproportionately affects young girls.
Law Enforcement Actions
- TBI agents initiated the investigation after receiving information from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children regarding an individual later identified as Brown.
- On Friday, agents executed a search warrant at Brown’s residence and seized 10 electronic devices.
- These actions demonstrate the commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 16, which emphasizes the need for effective institutions and access to justice.
Criminal Charges and Bond
- Brown has been charged with 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor and two counts of aggravated sexual exploitation of a minor.
- He has been booked into the Henry County Jail on a $500,000 bond.
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information about Brown, in relation to these alleged crimes, should contact TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND or TipsToTBI@tbi.tn.gov.
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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 | Indicator 16.2.3: Proportion of young women and men aged 18-29 years who experienced sexual violence by age 18 |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | Target 16.9: By 2030, provide legal identity for all, including birth registration | Indicator 16.9.1: Proportion of children under 5 years of age whose births have been registered with a civil authority, by age |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
The SDGs that are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article are SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
The specific targets under SDG 16 that can be identified based on the article’s content are:
- Target 16.2: End abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and all forms of violence against and torture of children
- Target 16.9: By 2030, provide legal identity for all, including birth registration
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
Yes, there are indicators mentioned in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets:
- Indicator 16.2.3: Proportion of young women and men aged 18-29 years who experienced sexual violence by age 18
- Indicator 16.9.1: Proportion of children under 5 years of age whose births have been registered with a civil authority, by age
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