Steven Wester (Manitowoc Co. Jail)
MANITOWOC, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — A Manitowoc man involved with area youth sports is accused of child pornography possession and police say they are looking to identify any other potential victims.
On Dec. 11, police served a search warrant in the 1300 block of Kellner Street. The search warrant was based on a tip from the Wisconsin Department of Justice that an individual at that location was in possession of child sexual abuse materials.
The tip received was that a suspect had uploaded an image to an internet search engine attempting to search for similar type images. The file was reviewed by investigators and confirmed to be an image containing child sexual abuse material.
During the search warrant, numerous electronic devices had been seized. Subsequent forensic analysis has located a large number of similar themed images and videos of child sexual abuse material in the approximate 12-14 age range.
Based on these recovered images, Steven J. Wester, 47, was taken into custody. No formal charges have been filed.
Because of Wester’s involvement with area youth sports, police say they are looking to identify any other potential victims.
Police also say Wester has also previously been investigated for similar concerning behavior.
If you are or are aware of any other potential victims, call Manitowoc Police Department Detective Jason Denk at 920-686-6557, the Manitowoc Police Department Shift Commanders Office at 920-686-6551 or can provide the information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 920-683-4466 or by utilizing the P3 App. Tipsters may remain anonymous if they choose.
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