Arkansas State Police Arrest Morrilton Man on CSAM Charges

Arkansas State Police have arrested a Morrilton man following an investigation into alleged child sexual abuse material and online contact with a Texas juvenile.

According to authorities, 23-year-old Collin Cormier of Morrilton, Arkansas, was taken into custody on Wednesday, March 4, after investigators with the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit executed a search and arrest warrant at a residence in Morrilton.

Cyber Tip Sparked Investigation

Investigators say the case began after the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children received a cyber tip through the Microsoft platform. The report identified 100 images of suspected child sexual abuse material.

The tip was forwarded to the Arkansas State Police ICAC Unit, which opened an investigation into the account activity.

During the investigation, authorities say evidence indicated Cormier allegedly exchanged sexually explicit messages online with a juvenile in Texas and discussed plans to meet the child.

Arrest and Charges

Cormier was arrested with assistance from the Morrilton Police Department and Homeland Security Investigations.

READ MORE: Pro Fishing Returns to Wright Patman

He was transported to the Conway County Detention Center, where he was booked on three counts of possession of child pornography and one count of internet stalking of a child.

Investigators say several electronic devices were seized from the residence and will undergo forensic examination as the investigation continues.

ASP

Get our free mobile app