The Michigan State Police (MSP) Computer Crimes Unit, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force has arrested a Maple City man for sexual charges involving young children.
Thomas Joseph Dahir III, 46, was arraigned Monday for aggravated child sexually abusive activity, aggravated possession of child sexually abusive material, and using a computer to commit a crime.
He was arrested following an investigation which began when a tip was received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).
A search of Dahir’s residence resulted in digital evidence being seized.
Dahir was charged with one count of aggravated child sexually abusive activity, three counts of aggravated possession of child sexually abusive material, and two counts of using a computer to commit a crime. Dahir was arraigned in the 86th Judicial District Court on Monday.
The ICAC Task Force was assisted by the MSP Traverse City Post.
The MSP Computer Crimes Unit encourages parents to speak to their children about safe use of the internet. There are many resources available to parents to assist in keeping children safe online. The NCMEC provides a comprehensive list of resources on their website at www.missingkids. org. The Michigan ICAC Task Force also provides resources at www.michigan.gov/ICAC.
