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Albuquerque Man Charged for Dark Web Child Abuse Material Purchases

Albuquerque Man Charged for Dark Web Child Abuse Material Purchases

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ThreatCluster •November 12, 2026 at 08:48 UTC
  • •Don Roberto Lopez charged with accessing CSAM via cryptocurrency.
  • •FBI investigation initiated after a financial tip in September 2026.
  • •Lopez faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.

Don Roberto Lopez, a 26-year-old from Albuquerque, has been charged with accessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) after allegedly using cryptocurrency for purchases on a dark web site. The FBI began investigating Lopez in September 2026 following a tip from a financial services company about his cryptocurrency transactions. Agents executed a search warrant on November 9, 2026, seizing his cellphone and obtaining admissions from Lopez regarding his viewing and purchasing activities. If convicted, he faces up to 10 years in prison. The investigation is ongoing, with forensic analysis of the seized devices still pending. The U.S. Attorney's Office is prosecuting the case as part of Project Safe Childhood, aimed at combating child exploitation online.

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2026-09-01
FBI receives tip about Lopez's transactions
A financial services company alerted the FBI about Lopez's cryptocurrency purchases linked to CSAM.
Justice
2026-11-08
FBI obtains warrant for Lopez
Based on the investigation, the FBI secured a warrant to search Lopez's electronic devices.
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2026-11-09
FBI executes search warrant
Agents seized Lopez's cellphone while he was at work and conducted interviews regarding his activities.
Justice
2026-11-12
Lopez's detention hearing scheduled
Lopez remains in federal custody pending a detention hearing on this date.
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Common questions

What charges does Lopez face?
Lopez is charged with accessing child sexual abuse material with intent to view.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The investigation is ongoing, with forensic examination of seized devices still pending.
What penalties could Lopez face if convicted?
If convicted, Lopez could face up to 10 years in federal prison.