Port Huron Woman Charged in Child Sex Abuse Investigation

Kelly Marie Burson accused of sharing child sexual abuse material online and other crimes

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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A 30-year-old Port Huron woman named Kelly Marie Burson has been arrested and charged with multiple crimes related to child sexual abuse following an investigation by the Michigan State Police's Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Burson is accused of sharing files of child sexually abusive material on the internet.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to identify and prosecute individuals involved in the exploitation and abuse of children, which remains a serious problem that causes immense harm to vulnerable victims.

The details

According to authorities, digital evidence was seized from Burson's home during the investigation. She is now facing charges that include first-degree child abuse, child sexually abusive activity, second-degree criminal sexual conduct with a person under 13, distributing child sexually abusive material, and using a computer to commit a crime.

  • Burson was arrested following the investigation by Michigan State Police on February 12, 2026.

The players

Kelly Marie Burson

A 30-year-old woman from Port Huron, Michigan who has been charged with multiple crimes related to child sexual abuse.

Michigan State Police

The state law enforcement agency that conducted the investigation into Burson through its Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.

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The takeaway

This case underscores the critical importance of vigilant law enforcement efforts to identify and hold accountable those who engage in the exploitation of children, in order to protect the most vulnerable members of society.