Minneapolis, M.N. – A U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer in Minnesota is facing federal charges for allegedly possession child pornography.
Prosecutors say 52-year old Anthony John Crowley of Minnetonka had material showing a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct.
“In recent months, we have seen a rash of agents, officers, and public officials engaging in crimes against children,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson. “Let there be no misunderstanding: the U.S. Attorney’s Office has zero tolerance for people in positions of trust and authority who abuse children. Zero.”
Crowley appeared in federal court for the first time on Friday. A judge ruled Crowley will stay in federal custody until his next appearance.
“CBP OPR is committed to hold anyone accountable who betrays the public’s trust, while supporting the men and women who proudly uphold their duties to serve and protect,” said Elizabeth Cervantes, acting Executive Director of CBP’s Office of Professional Responsibility Investigative Operations.
