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Former Math Teacher and Coach Accused of Sending Nude Selfie to 15-Year-Old Student

Authorities say Colby Erskin sent inappropriate messages and a nude photo to a high school student he previously taught.

Jacksonville Man Indicted for Alleged Multi-State Sex Trafficking

Erwin Phillips Burley faces decades in prison if convicted on federal charges.

Clearwater Man Charged with 20 Counts of Child Pornography Possession

Detectives identified the suspect as 50-year-old Christopher J. Daddio after receiving a tip about online access to child sexual abuse material.

Epstein Ordered Hidden Cameras Installed at Florida Home

Email exchange shows convicted sex offender asked staff to set up secret surveillance

Professors Linked to Convicted Sex Offender Jeffrey Epstein

Revelations raise questions about academics' associations with disgraced financier

Former School District Employee Faces Molestation Charges

Prosecutors oppose dismissal of case against Norman Riemer

UCLA Professor Faces Backlash Over Emails With Epstein

Tramo's communications with convicted sex offender spark protests and calls for his firing

West Warwick Man Charged in Roblox Child Sex Case Jailed in Florida

Justin Adkins' bond set at over $1 million in Florida case involving exploitation of a minor through online games and apps

Epstein's Wikipedia Page Edited to Remove 'Sex Offender' Label

Leaked emails show failed attempt to scrub Epstein's criminal history from his online profile

Epstein's Florida Mansion Demolished After Years of Controversy

The infamous Palm Beach home where underage girls were assaulted has been razed, but its history lives on online.

Epstein Files Reveal Grainy Home Office Surveillance Footage

Newly released documents show hidden cameras captured people in Epstein's Florida home.

New 'Spycam' Footage Shows Epstein with Potential Victims in Palm Beach Office

Footage also shows Epstein's associate Ghislaine Maxwell, who is currently serving a 20-year sentence.

Emails Reveal Epstein's Disturbing Ties to Dubai Billionaire

Chilling messages between Epstein and DP World CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem exposed in new files

Epstein Files Scandal Continues to Unfold

Revelations from Epstein's records lead to new investigations and political fallout

Billboards Target Human Trafficking Demand During Daytona 500

Advocates say major sporting events often drive increased demand for commercial sex, which fuels human trafficking.

Owner of Infinity Steakhouse Charged with Sexual Battery

Eric Anthony Matus arrested for alleged assault on 19-year-old victim

Ex-South Plantation High Coach Arrested for Child Solicitation

Colby Erskin booked into Broward jail on charges of solicitation of a child and transmission of material harmful to minors

Rhode Island Man Charged in Sextortion Case Involving Florida Girl

The case highlights growing concerns about predators exploiting gaming and social platforms to target children.

Rhode Island Man Charged in Sextortion Case Involving Florida Child

Justin Adkins, 29, accused of using online gaming platforms to exploit a minor, faces multiple felony counts and extradition to Florida

West Warwick Man Accused of Sexually Exploiting Child Through Roblox, Snapchat

The 29-year-old man allegedly convinced the child they were in a "romantic relationship" and coerced them into creating and sending pornographic content.