DeKalb County Investigators were alerted by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) regarding the potential upload of child sexual abuse material to an online search service from a location near Mentone. On October 9, 2024, investigators executed a search warrant at the residence to further investigate. Following the execution of the warrant and discussions with the residents, it was discovered that Logan Ryan Jackson (36 of Mentone), possessed numerous videos and images depicting children engaged in sexual acts. Several electronic devices were confiscated and the investigation remains ongoing with additional charges pending.

Jackson was charged with Possession of Child Porn (x10).

DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden said of the incident: “Sheriff Welden expresses appreciation for the strong collaboration with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) and the Alabama Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. These investigations are treated with utmost seriousness and often require extensive efforts over several days. Currently, there is no indication that Jackson was involved in the production of any videos or images, and we do not believe that any children from our community have been harmed or abused. It is crucial to recognize that every instance of child pornography being viewed or disseminated results in further victimization of the child involved. Our office is committed to addressing this type of crime and offenders will face charges to the fullest extent of the law.”