A 63-year-old Omaha man has been sentenced to prison for his connection to child pornography.
On March 2, 2020, officers from a Homeland Security Investigations task force contacted Robert G. Mann, a custodian in the Millard Public School District, after a Cyber Tipline Report from Pinterest led to an investigation. The authorities seized several electronic devices and various storage media from Mann’s residence, which led to a forensic examination that revealed at least 142 sexually explicit images of children saved on his devices.
Mann’s devices also contained non-sexually explicit images of at least one Millard student and images of photographs of female students and others displayed around Millard schools. The authorities discovered that Mann, a former custodian, had been using his position to access and exploit children. This disturbing revelation highlights the dangers posed by individuals in positions of trust who abuse their power to harm children.
Judge Brian C. Buescher sentenced Mann to 66 months’ imprisonment, which is a significant increase from the typical sentence for a first-time offender. Mann will also be required to pay special assessments of $5,100 and a fine of $7,500. After his release from prison, Mann will serve 5 years of supervised release, during which he will be required to register as a sex offender.
This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse. The project aims to locate, apprehend, and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims. The authorities involved in this case, including the Bellevue Police Department and Homeland Security Investigations, have shown their commitment to protecting children from predators.
The sentencing of Robert G. Mann serves as a reminder of the severity of the consequences for individuals who engage in child pornography. This case highlights the importance of vigilance and cooperation among law enforcement agencies, schools, and the community to prevent such crimes from occurring in the first place.
As the nation continues to grapple with the issue of child sexual exploitation, it is essential that we prioritize the safety and well-being of our children. The sentencing of Mann is a step in the right direction, but there is still much work to be done to ensure that our children are protected from predators like him.
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Key Facts
- State: Nebraska
- Category: Sex Crimes|Cybercrime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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