ENID MAN ARRESTED FOR SOLICITING SEXUAL CONDUCT FROM A MINOR AND POSSESSION OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY
Sgt. Dustin Albright arrested Thomas Chattam Jr., age 23, of Enid, Oklahoma today.
The arrest stemmed from a report that was forwarded to the Enid Police Department by the Evansville Police Department located in Evansville, IN. A detective reported that Chattam engaged in sexually explicit conversation with a 17 year old female living in that jurisdiction. He advised that Chattam also sent sexually explicit photos of himself and received sexually explicit photos from the victim. Chattam was interviewed at his residence and he admitted to the allegations. A warrant was later obtained for Chattam.
Chattam was charged with Soliciting Sexual Conduct or Communication with a Minor by use of Technology and Possession of Child Pornography. He is being held at the Garfield County Detention Facility with a bond of $75,000.
Anyone having information that will lead to the arrest or prosecution of any crime is urged to call Crime Stoppers at (580) 233-6233. You can also text a tip from a cell phone by texting to 274637. Be sure to type “Enid” in the subject field. Tips can also be submitted via the internet by going to tipsoft.com. You can earn a reward up to $1,000.00. You will not be required to testify and will not be identified. Callers may also contact the Enid Police Department with information.
Address/Location
Enid Police Department
301 W Owen K Garriott Rd
Enid, OK 73701
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 580-242-7000