Fort Eustis Soldier Sentenced to 10 Years for Child Coercion

The Department of Justice says the 32-year-old soldier engaged in sexually explicit conversations and exchanged illicit content with underage girls.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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A 32-year-old Fort Eustis soldier named Brady Beck Fant has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for coercion and enticement of a child. According to court documents, Fant had sexually explicit conversations with underage girls on social media and received and sent sexually graphic pictures and videos.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious issue of online predators targeting and exploiting minors. It also underscores the need for vigilance and education around online safety, especially for young people using social media platforms.

The details

Investigators found child sexual abuse material on some of Fant's devices, which were seized as evidence. An Other Than Honorable Discharge from the U.S. Army is also pending for Fant as a result of his crimes.

  • On Monday, Fant was sentenced to 10 years in prison.

The players

Brady Beck Fant

A 32-year-old Fort Eustis soldier who was sentenced to 10 years in prison for coercion and enticement of a child.

U.S. Army

Fant is facing an Other Than Honorable Discharge from the U.S. Army as a result of his crimes.

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The takeaway

This case highlights the critical need for ongoing education, vigilance, and strong law enforcement action to protect children from online predators and the devastating impacts of child exploitation.