NewsABC Action News (WFTS) — Local NewsSeptember 15, 2026Hillsborough County
Deputies arrest Lutz man on more than 1,000 child sexual abuse charges following cyber tip
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Law enforcement arrested a Lutz man on more than 1,000 child sexual abuse charges involving victims aged 5 to 12 following a cyber tip and SWAT operation at his home.
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Residents in the Lutz area are impacted by a major local law enforcement arrest involving child sexual abuse material, initiated by cyber tips and executed via a SWAT response.
Key Facts
- A Lutz man faces more than 1,000 charges related to child sexual abuse material.
- Victims involved in the case are between the ages of 5 and 12.
- The investigation was initiated following a cyber tip received by detectives.
- The arrest was executed by a SWAT team at the suspect's home.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationHillsborough County Sheriff's Office“Law enforcement agency that conducted the investigation and arrest”OrganizationNational Center for Missing & Exploited Children“Received the initial cyber tip that triggered the investigation”PersonBilly Lane“Former detective and computer forensics examiner”locationLutz“Neighborhood where the arrest took place”PersonCharles Price“61-year-old resident of Lutz arrested on more than 1,000 charges”PersonAlan Oppegard“Neighbor in Lutz who witnessed police activity”