New Orleans Roblox Programmer Charged with 197 Counts of Child Sex Abuse

Authorities say the suspect had child sex abuse materials and child sex dolls.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 3:27pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a broken, discarded child's toy against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually illustrating the disturbing nature of the charges against the Roblox programmer.The disturbing charges against a Roblox programmer highlight the growing threat of child exploitation in online gaming spaces.New Orleans Today

A 40-year-old New Orleans man who worked as a contributing programmer for the online game platform Roblox has been charged with 197 counts related to the possession and trafficking of child sex abuse materials and child sex dolls.

Why it matters

This case highlights the growing problem of child exploitation and the role that technology can play in enabling these crimes. As online gaming platforms become more popular, there are increasing concerns about predators targeting minors through these virtual spaces.

The details

The suspect, whose name is being withheld to protect the identities of any victims, was initially charged with 40 counts related to child sex abuse materials and child sex dolls. Authorities say that further investigation uncovered an additional 157 related charges, bringing the total to 197 counts.

  • The initial 40 charges were filed in March 2026.
  • The additional 157 charges were filed in April 2026.

The players

New Orleans Roblox Programmer

A 40-year-old man who worked as a contributing programmer for the online game platform Roblox and has been charged with 197 counts related to child sex abuse materials and child sex dolls.

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What’s next

Authorities say the investigation is ongoing and they are working to identify any potential victims or additional charges.

The takeaway

This case underscores the need for increased vigilance and collaboration between law enforcement, technology companies, and the public to combat the exploitation of minors online.