Macomb Twp Resident Arrested for Aggravated Child Sexually Abusive Activity

Trella was arrested following an investigation that originated from a cyber tip received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). A search of Trella’s residence resulted in digital evidence being seized.

Trella was charged with three counts of aggravated possession of child sexually abusive material, and three counts of using a computer to commit a crime. Trella was arraigned in the 41A District Court on Monday, February 5.

If convicted, Trella faces up to 20 years in prison for the charge of aggravated possession of child sexually abusive material, and 10 to 20 years in prison for using a computer to commit a crime.

The MSP Computer Crimes Unit encourages parents to speak to their children and family members about safe use of the internet. There are many resources available to assist in keeping people safe online. The MSP ICAC Task Force provides a comprehensive list of resources on their website 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.