OFFENDER (cont.)
Department Violent Crimes Suppression Unit.
• The United States Marshal Service.
Prosecuting Attorney Keith L. Chrestman requested the Operation.
On Monday, Aug. 8, Comprehensive Law Enforcement Teams from the participating Agencies began conducting early morning consent searches at each registered sex offender’s residence. The visits to the registered sex offender’s homes ensured proper verification as required by Arkansas State Law and enhanced community safety endeavors.
Targets included 214 registered sex offenders in Crittenden County with an emphasis on moderate to high-risk sex offenders.
During the Operation, Agents conducted digital on-scene forensic triages of over 35 computers, cellular phones, digital storage data devices, and tablets.
Additionally, Agents confiscated at least ten cellular devices, five computers, and six USB storage devices and executed multiple search warrants for unregistered social media accounts.
Agents arrested 14 people during the Operation.
Those arrested were charged with various offenses, including possession of child sexual material, firearm possession, drug possession, and failure to comply with registration requirements.
One person — a Level 3 Sex Offender — was arrested for residing within 2,000 feet of a school, illegal for any registered sex offender above Level 2.
