Travis DeSouza, a 35-year-old NYPD officer engaged in a youth outreach program, has been charged with sending sexually explicit messages to an undercover officer impersonating a 14-year-old. Previously charged in Brooklyn with similar offenses, DeSouza's recent actions involved online exchanges where he asked for a phone number and shared explicit content. Authorities are concerned about the implications of his behavior for community trust, especially given the importance of youth programs. If convicted, he faces a potential prison sentence of four years, with a court appearance scheduled for June 11.
Queens DA Melinda Katz emphasized the importance of trust in programs like the Explorers, stating, 'The Explorers is an amazing program and our kids need to trust and have faith in its leaders.'
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