TAMPA, Florida - In a meticulous undercover operation spanning several months, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has successfully apprehended three individuals on child pornography charges, while a fourth man is facing drug-related allegations.
The suspects, identified as Allen Wright, Brandon Wiseman, Carson Moore Jr., and Matthew Williamson, were taken into custody following Operation "Peer-to-Prison," as announced by the sheriff's office on Friday.
Allen Wright, aged 69, faces a total of 100 charges for Possession of Child Pornography (10 or More Images and Content of Images) along with 100 counts of In-State Transmission of Child Pornography by Electronic Device.
Brandon Wiseman, 41, is confronted with 100 charges for Possession of Child Pornography (10 or More Images and Content of Images), 100 counts of In-State Transmission of Child Pornography by Electronic Device, and one count of Tampering with Physical Evidence.
Carson Moore Jr., 60, has been charged with 100 counts of Possession of Child Pornography (10 or More Images and Content of Images), 11 counts of Film, Distribute, or Possess Image or Video of Sexual Activity with an Animal, and two counts of In-State Transmission of Child Pornography by Electronic Device.
Matthew Williamson, 34, is accused of one count of Trafficking in Methamphetamine and one count of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Furthermore, Carson Moore Jr. faces additional charges for possessing images and videos depicting animal sexual activity.
Sheriff Chad Chronister emphasized the relentless commitment of the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office in protecting the community, especially children, from those who engage in such heinous acts. He stated, "We will relentlessly chase down those who threaten our children and ensure that they face the consequences of their actions."