Gilkey-Meisegeier Indicted

A shocking case of child exploitation has come to light in Madison, Wisconsin, where 30-year-old Robert Gilkey-Meisegeier has been indicted on charges of producing, attempting to produce, and possessing child pornography.

According to the indictment, Gilkey-Meisegeier allegedly produced and attempted to produce images of child pornography on May 16, 2025, and possessed such images on June 1, 2025. The charges against him are the result of a thorough investigation conducted by the Sun Prairie Police Department, with assistance from the University of Wisconsin Police Department, the Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

The indictment was announced by Chadwick M. Elgersma, Acting United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin. If convicted of either of the production-related charges, Gilkey-Meisegeier faces a mandatory minimum penalty of 15 years in prison and a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison. The possession count carries a maximum penalty of 10 years.

This investigation was part of Project Safe Childhood (PSC), a nationwide initiative to combat child sexual exploitation and abuse. Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state, and local resources to better locate, apprehend, and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the Internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Julie Pfluger is handling the case. The charges against Gilkey-Meisegeier are a stark reminder of the importance of Project Safe Childhood and the need for continued vigilance in the fight against child exploitation. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit www.justice.gov/psc.

It is essential to note that a charge is merely an accusation, and a defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty. As the case against Gilkey-Meisegeier moves forward, the community will be watching closely, eager to see justice served. The investigation and subsequent indictment serve as a testament to the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies in combating heinous crimes like child pornography.

In the ongoing battle against child exploitation, it is crucial to recognize the role that Project Safe Childhood plays in protecting vulnerable populations. By providing a framework for coordinated law enforcement efforts, Project Safe Childhood helps to ensure that those who prey on children are held accountable for their actions. As the case against Robert Gilkey-Meisegeier progresses, it will be important to monitor the proceedings and reflect on the importance of initiatives like Project Safe Childhood in keeping our communities safe.