North Branch Resident Arrested for Aggravated Possession and Distribution of Child Sexually Abusive Material

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

Besaw was charged with one count of distribution of child sexually abusive material, two counts of using a computer to commit a crime, and one count of possession of CSAM. Besaw was arraigned in the 71-A District Court on Friday, August 2.

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.