DATE/TIME: September 27, 2023 at approximately 9:30 a.m.
INCIDENT: Possession of Child Pornography
LOCATION: 21200 block of Lone Eagle Road, Apple Valley
SUSPECT(S): James Florence, 46-year-old male resident of Apple Valley
VICTIM(S): State of California
SUMMARY:
On Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at about 9:30 am, Central Station detectives investigated a cyber tip regarding the downloading and distribution of child pornography over the internet. The investigation led detectives to a residence in the 21200 block of Lone Eagle Road, in Apple Valley.
Detectives contacted James Florence and served a search warrant at his residence. During the search, detectives seized multiple electronic devices related to Florence. Florence was arrested for a parole violation and booked at the High Desert Detention Center.
The investigation is ongoing, and a forensic examination of the electronic devices will be conducted.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Detective J. Applegate of the Central Station 909-387-3545. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463), or leave information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com.
Refer: Detective Justin Applegate
Station: Central Station
Phone No. 909-387-3545
Case No. 012301250
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
