Feds: West New York man gets 320-months for producing child sex abuse material
A West New York man received a 320-month prison sentence for producing child sex abuse material between 2020 and 2024, posing as a woman online, U.S. Attorney William Frazer announced.
By John Heinis/Hudson County View
Julio Nunez, 29, of West New York, was sentenced on Monday before U.S. District Judge Evelyn Padin in Newark federal court.
“This sentence demonstrates the FBI’s unwavering commitment to seeking justice for the victims of Nunez and others,” Special Agent in Charge Stefanie Roddy said in a statement.
“The fact that the subject was brazen enough to watermark his victims’ images highlights the importance of getting this predator off the street as the utmost priority.”
From 2020 through 2024, Nunez posed as a woman to entice hundreds of young boys to send him CSAM, according to court documents.
He repeatedly victimized many of these children, returning year after year to solicit CSAM from his victims. Nunez proudly shared and profited from the images and videos that he had created.
He wanted the world to know that it was he, “The Artist” as he styled himself, who created the CSAM and he watermarked “his” content with this moniker to communicate to other abusers that this was his work.
In this regard, Nunez is directly responsible for the feeding of the market that results in immeasurable harm to victims of sex abuse, authorities said.
Since Nunez’s arrest, the FBI has identified CSAM that Nunez created on other offenders’ electronic devices.
This investigation has led to the arrest and prosecution of other offenders not just in the United States, but around the world.
Frazer credited the FBI’s Child Exploitation Operational Unit, the FBI Newark Field Office, under the direction of Roddy, for investigating the case.
Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Rebecca Sussman and Assistant U.S. Attorney Robert Taj Moore, of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey, prosecuted the case.
This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice.
Led by U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and CEOS, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state, and local resources to better locate, apprehend, and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims.
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Family speaks out after child molestation suspect released on bond in Terrell County
A close family member who agreed to be interviewed said relatives first learned something was wrong after overhearing younger family members talking late at night. The family member said they alerted a parent, then checked on other children in the home.
“We just want them to seek the correct justice, and get the justice that they deserve,” the family member said during an emotional moment.
The family member said Brooks has since been released on bond, calling it heartbreaking as the family waits for the case to move forward in court. The family also said they believe the justice system did not do enough to protect children.
WALB confirmed Brooks works as an EMS employee in Dougherty County. Now, the family is raising concerns about him being in public-facing settings while the case is pending.
“You’re dealing with… adults… kids, infants, toddlers,” the family member said. “And you’re out here with these types of charges… around other people.”
In another moment from the interview, the family member described Brooks as “a monster… in disguise,” saying their concerns extend beyond their own family to the broader community.
Court paperwork provided through the Victim-Witness Assistance Program lists upcoming court dates. They are also seeking clarity on Brooks’ bond amount and release conditions.
What’s next
The case is expected to continue through upcoming court dates in Terrell County. The family says they want accountability and answers about what restrictions are in place while Brooks remains out of jail.
“I just pray justice is served for both of the victims,” the sister said.
Resources / If you need help
If you suspect child abuse, report it to local law enforcement or the Georgia Division of Family & Children Services. In an emergency, call 911. For confidential support, contact RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-HOPE.
Still working to confirm: Brooks’ bond conditions and any restrictions tied to his release, along with responses from Dougherty County EMS leadership and the District Attorney’s office.
Dougherty County Public Information & Constituent Services Officer has released the following statement:
“Dougherty County is aware of the arrest involving a part-time employee with Dougherty County Emergency Medical Services. Because this is both a personnel matter and an active legal matter, the County cannot comment further.”
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