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Anamosa Man Sentenced for Possession of Child Pornography
Austin Marek, a 22-year-old man from Anamosa, Iowa, has been convicted of possessing child pornography.
According to the guilty plea, Marek knowingly possessed child pornography, including depictions of prepubescent children, in 2016. He faces a possible maximum sentence of 20 years’ imprisonment, a $250,000 fine, $5,100 in special assessments, and supervised release for 5 years to life following any imprisonment.
Marek was taken into custody by the United States Marshal after the guilty plea and will remain in custody pending sentencing. The sentencing before United States District Court Judge Linda R. Reade will be set after a presentence report is prepared.
The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Mark Tremmel and was investigated by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation.
This case is part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative launched in May 2006 to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit www.usdoj.gov/psc.
Marek’s case is a stark reminder of the importance of protecting our children from online predators. The Iowa community should be vigilant in reporting any suspicious activity and working together to keep our children safe.
Key Facts
- State: Iowa
- Category: Sex Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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