Lomira, WI — A 20-year-old Wisconsin man already facing two counts of child pornography possession from an earlier arrest in February 2024 has now been arrested again on new charges in a separate case, according to authorities.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office announced that the latest arrest followed an Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) investigation launched after a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
Investigation Triggered by National Center Tip
Deputies investigated the cyber tip that led them to Kaden Mueller, 20, of Lomira. According to law enforcement officials, the investigation uncovered additional evidence of child pornography possession, prompting Mueller’s second arrest.
“The investigation began after a referral from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, which led to new charges in a separate incident,” the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement.
As reported by WFRV Local 5, Mueller was booked into the Dodge County Jail following his latest arrest.
Charges and Bond Details
Officials say prosecutors have requested the following charges:
- Possession of Child Pornography
- Felony Bail Jumping
- Resisting or Obstructing an Officer
Authorities noted that Mueller was already out on bond from his earlier child pornography case when he was taken into custody this week.
“The suspect’s latest arrest violates his existing bond conditions related to the February 2024 case,” officials added.
Mueller’s cash bond has been set at $10,000 in connection with the new charges. He remains in custody as the investigation continues.
Background on Earlier Case
In the February 2024 incident, Mueller was charged with two counts of possession of child pornography after ICAC investigators traced illegal digital content back to his residence. He had been awaiting trial under court-ordered bond conditions at the time of his second arrest.
Authorities said the repeated nature of the offenses highlights the importance of continued monitoring and digital investigations into individuals charged with online child exploitation crimes.
“The ICAC Task Force continues to aggressively pursue those who exploit children through online platforms,” the Sheriff’s Office said.
Community Reaction and Ongoing Efforts
The case has raised concerns among local residents and digital safety advocates who emphasize the growing prevalence of child exploitation crimes facilitated through the internet.
Law enforcement agencies are reminding the public to report any suspicious online activity or content involving minors.
If you suspect a case of child exploitation, you can contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s CyberTipline at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) or visit report.cybertipline.org.
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