June 12, 2025

DUBUQUE, Iowa – On April 2, 2025, the Dubuque Police Department was alerted by the Iowa Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force about a case involving suspected Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), flagged by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

Investigators identified the suspect as a Dubuque County resident employed at Hempstead High School. The Dubuque Community School District was informed, and the suspect was placed on leave. The ongoing investigation involves computer-generated images of students, among other CSAM. Police are contacting affected students and their families, with plans to reach out to additional victims as identified. To protect the investigation, no further details are available now, but updates will follow its conclusion.

The Dubuque Police Department has been part of the Iowa ICAC Task Force since 2010, working with state and local agencies to combat cyber enticement and child pornography. Learn more at https://iowaicac.com/about-us/.

Anyone with information should contact Lt. Ted McClimon at (563) 548-4439 or submit anonymous tips at http://www.cityofdubuque.org/police.