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Online predator who took child to NJ sentenced to 27 years

Source: NJ 101.5 · Aug 3, 2026, 8:28 PM

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A man who used the internet to lure a child and transported the victim to New Jersey was sentenced to 27 years in federal prison.

The FBI tracked the suspect to a Galloway hotel in August, where agents discovered evidence on his phone that investigators described as among the most disturbing child exploitation cases prosecuted in South Jersey courts.

The case involved significant digital evidence and coordination between federal law enforcement agencies.

Key points

  • Man sentenced to 27 years for child exploitation and interstate transportation of a minor
  • FBI investigation led agents to locate the suspect at a Galloway hotel in August
  • Digital evidence found on suspect's phone was described as particularly disturbing by investigators
  • Case processed through South Jersey federal courts
  • One of the most significant child exploitation prosecutions in the region in recent years

FAQ

Where was the suspect arrested?
The FBI tracked the suspect to a Galloway hotel in August as part of their investigation.
What makes this case notable?
According to investigators, evidence found on the suspect's phone made this one of the more disturbing child exploitation cases to move through South Jersey courts in recent memory.
What was the sentence?
The suspect was sentenced to 27 years in federal prison.

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