A 48-year-old Alameda County Fire Department captain was arrested during a child sex predator investigation conducted by Modesto police. He is one of 21 individuals arrested between May 2024 and February for crimes related to child sexual exploitation. The police investigation, which employed undercover operations, revealed that the captain sent explicit communications to individuals he believed to be minors, attempted to engage in inappropriate acts with a child under 14, and possessed child pornography. The captain is on administrative leave pending formal charges, with the department emphasizing a commitment to professionalism and community safety.
The fire captain was one of 12 suspects identified through undercover chatting operations as a person who allegedly sent explicit images, videos and messages to what they believed were minors.
Our department supports our law enforcement partners and fully cooperates with all agencies involved while the investigation continues... Our residents' safety and trust are the highest priority at all levels.
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