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Stockton Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Nationwide Child Exploitation
Elmer Yusay Ngo, 29, of Stockton, was sentenced to 20 years in prison, to be followed by 50 years of supervised release for child exploitation, U.S. District Judge Kimberly J. Mueller announced.
Ngo’s heinous crimes involved utilizing social media to sexually exploit female minors nationwide. The court records reveal a disturbing pattern of behavior where Ngo would coerce, entice, and persuade the minors to produce child pornography of themselves at his direction.
According to the investigation, Ngo would often befriended the minor on social media, obtaining at least one nude or partially nude image of the minor, and then use that image as leverage to demand the minors engage in video calls while nude. He would also order the minors to perform various sexual acts on themselves while on video, keeping his end of the call blacked out so the minors could not see his face.
This case was the result of an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Internet Against Crimes Against Children Task Force, with assistance from state and local police departments nationwide. Assistant U.S. Attorney Kristin F. Scott prosecuted the case.
Ngo’s crimes were part of a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse, known as Project Safe Childhood. Launched in May 2006, the initiative aims to locate, apprehend, and prosecute those who sexually exploit children, and to identify and rescue victims.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of social media and the importance of online safety education. As we continue to navigate the complexities of the digital world, it is crucial that we remain vigilant in protecting our children from predators like Ngo.
Key Facts
- State: California
- Category: Sex Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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