Clyde Resident Arrested for Aggravated Distribution of Child Sexually Abusive Material

Hinkle was arrested following an investigation in which digital evidence was seized from his residence. The investigation was initiated when it was learned that Hinkle was distributing files of child sexually abusive material on the internet.

Hinkle was charged with one count of aggravated distribution of child sexually abusive material, two counts of aggravated possession of child sexually abusive material, and three counts using a computer to commit a crime. Hinkle was arraigned in the 72 District Court on Friday, October 11.

The MSP Computer Crimes Unit encourages parents to speak to their children about the safe use of the internet. There are many resources available to parents to assist in keeping children safe online. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children provides a comprehensive list of resources on their website at http://www.missingkids.org. The MSP ICAC Task Force also provides resources at http://www.michiganicac.com.

If you have information regarding possible child sexual exploitation, report it to the CyberTipLine at http://www.missingkids.org/cybertipline.