The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has taken into custody Bradley Love, a 36-year-old man from Blakely, Early County, on charges involving the sexual exploitation of children. The GBI's Child Exploitation and Computer Crimes Unit spearheaded the inquiry following a tip-off from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) about potential possession and circulation of child sexual abuse material online linked to Love.
As reported by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, Bradley Love's home was searched by authorities after obtaining a warrant, which led to his arrest. Assisting in the operation were the Early County Sheriff’s Office and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), both of which played critical roles in the case. Following the search, Love was booked at the Early County Jail, where he currently awaits further legal proceedings.
The case against Love is part of a broader framework under the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. The formation the U.S. Department of Justice saw the need to create the ICAC Program in light of the growing number of children using the internet, the widespread distribution of child sexual abuse material, and the increased online presence of predators.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation continues to encourage the public to come forward with any information pertaining to cases of child exploitation. Reports can be directed to GBI’s Child Exploitation Unit or through the NCMEC CyberTipline. Additionally, anonymous tips can be given over the phone, through their website, or via the See Something, Send Something mobile app to anyone having information ties to such crimes.
