SPD investigation into child sex crimes leads to arrest in Florida suspect was former teacher at religious school in Spokane extradition to Washington State pending

Tyrone L. Cliff, 38, faces felony charges for possessing child sexual abuse material after his arrest in Florida. The investigation began in August when the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) unit received a CyberTip regarding his activities. Detectives identified Cliff, a former Spokane resident, but discovered he had moved to Florida before they could serve a search warrant. A collaborative effort between local law enforcement led to Cliff’s quick apprehension while he was teaching at a middle school in Hillsborough County.

The Spokane Police Department's proactive measures highlight the importance of inter-agency cooperation in addressing child exploitation. Cliff's extradition to Washington State is pending as authorities continue their investigation. This case underscores the ongoing challenge of combating child sexual abuse in the digital age. Detectives encourage anyone with further information to report it to local law enforcement.