City of Boise, ID
01/10/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/10/2025 17:38
BPD investigates reports of production of child sexual abuse material
BPD investigates reports of production of child sexual abuse material
January 10, 2025
The Boise Police Department, in partnership with the Boise School District, is investigating reports of the production of child sexual abuse material. The investigation began Tuesday afternoon when Boise School administrators learned of the reported allegations and immediately contacted Boise Police. Boise Police officers made contact with the 22-year-old suspect, Gavin Snow, and seized his electronic devices. Upon receiving a search warrant for these devices this morning, officers found evidence of child exploitation and production of child sexual abuse materials.
Just after 9am today, officers attempted to arrest Snow at a home on the 5100 block of N. Mountain View Drive. When police arrived at the house, Snow injured himself and died from a self-inflicted injury. No officers used any force during the contact.
Snow was a Special Ed Assistant at Valley View Elementary School in Boise. Based on the evidence, detectives are concerned there may be additional victims. The Boise Police Special Victims Unit and the Boise School District are working with known victims and working diligently to identify any other victims should they exist. Anyone with additional information about the suspect is asked to call 208-377-6790. Those looking for victim services are encouraged to reach out to the Ada County Victim's Services Center.
"Our department is committed to investigating all reported crimes, and we are working diligently to ensure justice for the victims in this case," said Boise Police Chief Chris Dennison. "Our focus remains on fully supporting the victims and their families while ensuring a thorough investigation."
Contact: Boise Police Media Relations
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