February 14, 2025 – Sonora Police Department officials report that a Sonora man was arrested following an investigation of possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material and Unlawful sexual Acts with a minor. The arrest comes after a thorough investigation prompted by a report from Cassina High School who reported that obscene material depicting a minor was located on a students device. The school immediately notified law enforcement of the incident. During the course of the investigation, additional evidence was collected that there was probable cause to believe that the suspect also engaged in unlawful sexual acts with a minor under 18-years-old with less than a three-year age gap. 

The investigation lead to the arrest of 18-year-old Lucas Howard of Sonora on allegations of being in possession of obscene material depicting a minor and unlawful sexual acts on February 12th, 2025.

The identity of the minor and any specific details regarding the case are not being released with respect to confidentiality considerations. 

Sonora Police Department said, “It's important to remember that the individuals mentioned in this report were arrested based on suspicion of the crimes they've been charged with. All such charges are mere allegations, and all defendants are considered innocent until proven guilty. This principle is the bedrock of our legal system and should be respected by all.”

Source: Sonora Police Department