Christopher A. Abraham Charged in Child Pornography Case

Indianapolis resident Christopher A. Abraham, 38, is facing federal charges after being accused of sexually exploiting four children — all under the age of seven — and possessing thousands of child pornography images on electronic devices at his Eastside home.

On January 2, 2017, detectives with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department received a tip that Abraham possessed illicit images on a computer at his residence. A subsequent search, backed by warrants, uncovered thousands of child pornography files on computers and external drives during a raid on his home.

Investigators discovered more than just commercially produced material. Among the stash were images allegedly produced by Abraham himself — graphic depictions of children he had contact with, ranging in age from two to seven years old. These self-generated images elevate the severity of the charges, pointing to direct, hands-on exploitation.

Abraham was taken into custody and made his initial appearance in federal court earlier this week. He is currently being held by the United States Marshal’s Service as the case moves forward. No bond has been set.

The investigation was a joint effort between the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, Indiana State Police, and the Indiana Crimes Against Children Task Force. U.S. Attorney Josh J. Minkler emphasized the office’s commitment to protecting vulnerable victims. “In this office, child victims will always have an advocate to hold their abusers accountable,” Minkler said.

Assistant United States Attorney Kristina Korobov, handling the prosecution, stated that Abraham faces a maximum sentencing exposure of 140 years in prison if convicted on all counts in the complaint. The charges include production and possession of child pornography. A complaint is only a charge and not evidence of guilt. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in federal court.