Lewiston Man Facing Sexual Exploitation Charges

The Idaho Attorney General's Office has announced the arrest of a 24-year-old man on 5 counts of possession of child sexual exploitation material.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

The Idaho Attorney General's Office has announced the arrest of a Lewiston man for sexual exploitation. According to a news release, 24-year-old Laith Aaseby was arrested on 5 counts of possession of child sexual exploitation material earlier this month. The Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children Unit was assisted in the arrest by several local and federal law enforcement agencies.

Why it matters

The arrest of Laith Aaseby highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat the exploitation of children online and the serious nature of these crimes. The collaboration between multiple agencies demonstrates the coordinated approach to investigating and prosecuting these types of cases.

The details

Laith Aaseby, a 24-year-old Lewiston resident, was arrested on 5 counts of possession of child sexual exploitation material. The arrest was made by the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children Unit, which was assisted by the Lewiston Police Department, Moscow Police Department, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Coeur d'Alene Police Department, Post Falls Police Department, and the Idaho State Police.

  • Laith Aaseby was arrested earlier this month (February 2026).

The players

Laith Aaseby

A 24-year-old Lewiston man who was arrested on 5 counts of possession of child sexual exploitation material.

Idaho Attorney General's Office

The state agency that announced Aaseby's arrest.

Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children Unit

The law enforcement unit that led the investigation and arrest of Aaseby.

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What’s next

The case against Laith Aaseby will now proceed through the criminal justice system, with the charges being prosecuted by the Idaho Attorney General's Office.

The takeaway

This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies at the local, state, and federal level to identify and apprehend individuals engaged in the exploitation of children. It serves as a reminder of the serious nature of these crimes and the need for continued vigilance and cooperation to protect the most vulnerable members of our society.