Arrest Made in Child Sexual Abuse Material Investigation

                                                                                                                  NEWS RELEASE 26-023 - APRIL 24, 2026Dylan C Deputy

On April 23, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office’s Internet Crimes Against Children, Special Weapons and Tactics, and Tactical Units executed a search warrant at 4277 Lenox Blvd, Venice, related to an investigation regarding the possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Dylan C. Deputy, W/M, DOB: 03/08/03, was identified as the suspect and arrested on four separate counts of possession of CSAM. The search warrant was served without incident.

This collaborative effort led to a successful arrest and the removal of a dangerous offender from our community. Deputy remains in custody at our Sarasota County Correctional Facility.

The investigation is on-going. Anyone with information related to the investigation is encouraged to contact the SCSO Investigations Bureau at 941-861-4900.