Loogootee Man Arrested on Child Exploitation Charge

Trevor Moffatt faces felony count after police investigation into social media uploads.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 8:22pm

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A 32-year-old Loogootee, Indiana man has been arrested and charged with one count of possession of child sex abuse material involving bestiality, a Level 5 felony, following an investigation by the Indiana State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Unit. Trevor Moffatt was taken into custody on March 31 after officers executed a residential search warrant and seized electronic devices.

Why it matters

Crimes involving the exploitation of minors are a serious concern, and this case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to identify and apprehend individuals engaged in the possession and distribution of child sex abuse material. The investigation was initiated after a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, underscoring the importance of public-private partnerships in combating these types of crimes.

The details

The investigation began in February 2026 after the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children issued a cyber tip alleging that a user had uploaded child sex abuse material through a social media or cloud-based platform. Detectives obtained legal authorization, confirmed the allegations, and identified Trevor Moffatt as the suspect in Loogootee. Electronic devices were seized during the search, and Moffatt was arrested following an interview.

  • The investigation began in February 2026 after a cyber tip was received.
  • On March 31, 2026, officers executed a residential search warrant and arrested Trevor Moffatt.

The players

Trevor Moffatt

A 32-year-old Loogootee, Indiana resident who was arrested and charged with one count of possession of child sex abuse material involving bestiality.

Indiana State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Unit

The law enforcement agency that conducted the investigation and executed the search warrant leading to Moffatt's arrest.

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

The organization that issued the cyber tip that initiated the investigation into the alleged uploading of child sex abuse material.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

Forensic examinations of the seized electronic devices are ongoing, and additional charges against Moffatt are pending.

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of public vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement in combating the exploitation of children online. It also highlights the critical role that organizations like the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children play in identifying and reporting suspected criminal activity to the authorities.