Newark, California (Wednesday, June 15, 2022)
On Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at approximately 5:00 a.m., Newark Police Detectives served a felony warrant at a residence in the 5000 block of Souza Avenue. The warrant was for possession of obscene matter of a minor in a sexual act. As a result, a 20-year old male Newark resident was taken into custody.
Newark Police became aware of the child sexual abuse material from the CyberTipline which is operated by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The CyberTipline can receive information from private citizens, businesses, and Electronic Service Providers (ESPs). ESPs are required to report the presence of any suspected child abuse material when they become aware of facts or circumstances indicating there may be a violation of federal child pornography laws. Newark Police Detectives participate in the Silicon Valley Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force which reviews CyberTipline reports forwarded from NCMEC.
During the search of the residence, officers observed several firearms in plain view. One of the guns was a personally manufactured firearm, or a “Ghost gun”.
Detectives ultimately arrested Jesus MendozaMedina, for possession of obscene matter of a minor in a sexual act, illegal manufacturing of a firearm and illegal possession of an assault weapon. He was booked at Santa Rita Jail.
To report the online exploitation of children to the CyberTipline call the 24-hour Hotline at 1.800.843.5678 or visit www.cybertipline.com. Information can also be left anonymously with Newark Police on the "Anonymous Tip" hotline at 510.578.4965.
Thank you to our regional partners who were on scene to assist with on-site forensic examination.
Captain Jonathan Arguello will be the point of contact for media inquiries. He can be reached via email at [email protected] or contacted by phone at 510.578.4375.
