22-year-old pleads guilty to production of child pornography, victimizing minors online
Tyler N. Grundstrom, a 22-year-old from New York, has been sentenced to 24 years in prison after pleading guilty to serious charges, including the production of child pornography, coercion and enticement of minors, and cyberstalking. His guilty plea on October 8, 2024, leads to mandatory registration as a sex offender, and he will face lifelong supervised release after serving his sentence. The FBI's extensive investigation uncovered that Grundstrom used various online communication platforms to manipulate and exploit multiple minors over a two-year span, highlighting the pervasive threat of internet predators. U.
S. Attorney Nicholas Ganjei emphasized the Department of Justice's commitment to combating online child victimization and the need for increased parental vigilance regarding their children's online interactions. The case illustrates the shift in predator tactics, as they can now target victims from thousands of miles away. FBI officials, including Douglas Williams, have urged families to remain alert to the risks associated with social media and other online platforms. This case serves as a chilling reminder of the dangers children face in the digital age and the importance of proactive measures to protect them.
The FBI's relentless pursuit of justice for child victims was reaffirmed through this significant sentencing.