BREAKING: A 21-year-old man from the District of Columbia has just been sentenced to 100 months in federal prison for distributing horrific child sexual abuse materials. Stevenson Allen, also known as “prettyboi,” will face a decade of supervised release following his prison term and has been ordered to pay $31,500 in restitution to victims, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia.
The sentencing, announced earlier today by Judge Trevor N. McFadden, comes after Allen pleaded guilty on September 17, 2024, to one count of distribution of child pornography. The case highlights the alarming rise in child exploitation, with investigations revealing Allen exchanged over 300 explicit images that included not just child sexual abuse materials but also adult pornography and bestiality.
Court documents detail how, on July 17, 2024, the FBI apprehended Allen after he encouraged another user on a messaging platform to sexually abuse their minor child. This chilling exchange set off a comprehensive investigation that uncovered a disturbing collection of imagery, some involving very young children. Allen’s iPhone contained 17 chat threads, showcasing the extensive network through which he solicited and shared these materials.
The investigation was part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative by the Department of Justice aimed at combating the epidemic of child exploitation. The Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force, which includes FBI agents and local detectives, played a crucial role in bringing Allen to justice, responding to alerts from vigilant users on messaging platforms.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Rebecca G. Ross led the prosecution, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in preventing such egregious crimes. Authorities stress the need for vigilance and reporting suspicious activities that could protect children from exploitation.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing battle against child exploitation and the critical efforts needed to safeguard vulnerable youth. For more information on how to get involved in the fight against these crimes, visit the Project Safe Childhood website.
As the community processes this shocking outcome, the focus remains on strengthening protections for children and ensuring justice for victims. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
