Tampa Man Charged with 100 Counts of Child Pornography

Suspect tried to destroy electronic devices before arrest, authorities say

Apr. 17, 2026 at 2:43pm

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The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested a 31-year-old Tampa man on 100 counts of child pornography charges after he allegedly tried to destroy numerous electronic devices, including a cellular phone, a laptop, and two desktop computers, during the execution of a warrant.

Why it matters

Crimes involving the exploitation of minors are considered among the most serious offenses, with significant legal and societal consequences for those found guilty. This case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat the distribution and possession of child sexual abuse materials, which can have lasting traumatic impacts on victims.

The details

According to the sheriff's office, deputies with the Internet Predator Unit executed a warrant at a home on Cedar Trace Circle in Tampa after discovering child pornography was being downloaded at the residence. When they arrived, the suspect, Antionce Bravo, allegedly attempted to destroy the electronic devices containing the illicit materials. Investigators were still able to recover the devices and find child sexual abuse content on them, leading to Bravo's arrest on multiple charges.

  • On Thursday, deputies executed a warrant at the home on Cedar Trace Circle.

The players

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that investigated and arrested the suspect in this case.

Antionce Bravo

A 31-year-old Tampa resident who was arrested on 100 counts of child pornography charges and other related offenses.

Sheriff Chad Chronister

The sheriff of Hillsborough County, Florida, who commented on the seriousness of the crimes investigated in this case.

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What they’re saying

“These crimes are among the most heinous we investigate.”

— Sheriff Chad Chronister

What’s next

The suspect, Antionce Bravo, will face a judge who will determine whether to allow him to be released on bail pending trial.

The takeaway

This case underscores the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat the exploitation of minors through the possession and distribution of child pornography, which can have severe legal and societal consequences for those found guilty.