Aiken County, South Carolina, September 6, 2025

News Summary

A 40-year-old man from Aiken County has been sentenced to 210 months in federal prison for producing child sexual abuse material. Adam Sloan was apprehended during an investigation into illicit activities on the Dark Web, where he was found to have secretly recorded minors in compromising situations. In addition to his sentence, he will face lifetime supervision upon release, highlighting the government’s determination to combat child exploitation.

AIKEN, SOUTH CAROLINA

A 40-year-old man from Aiken County has been sentenced to more than 17 years in federal prison for producing child sexual abuse material. Adam Sloan pleaded guilty to this serious offense, receiving a prison term of 210 months, equivalent to 17 years and 6 months. The sentencing was announced by the U.S. Department of Justice and reflects the federal government’s commitment to combating child exploitation.

Sloan’s case was part of a larger international investigation targeting illicit activities on a Dark Web marketplace. He was identified as a suspect during this probe, which unveiled alarming evidence regarding his illegal activities. On April 18, 2023, FBI agents executed a search warrant at Sloan’s residence. Inside, they discovered multiple files containing child sexual abuse material that had been captured surreptitiously using a hidden camera placed in his bathroom.

The recorded material showed minor girls in vulnerable situations, having their privacy violated during birthday celebrations, pool parties, and sleepovers. Following the findings at Sloan’s home, the legal process quickly progressed, leading to his guilty plea and subsequent sentencing

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Legal Consequences and Supervision

In addition to his prison sentence, Sloan will face lifetime court-ordered supervision after his release. This means that even after serving his time, he will be monitored to prevent any reoffending. The court also ordered him to pay restitution of $5,021 to one of the victims involved in this case. Notably, under the federal prison system, there is no possibility of parole, ensuring that Sloan will serve the full duration of his sentence.

Project Safe Childhood Initiative

This case was prosecuted under a nationwide initiative known as Project Safe Childhood, aiming to combat child exploitation in all forms. The investigation was conducted collaboratively by the FBI’s Columbia Field Office and the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office, emphasizing the importance of inter-agency cooperation in tackling such heinous crimes.

Background Context

Child exploitation is a pressing issue in today’s society, with various initiatives in place to combat it. The Dark Web, where illegal activities often take place, has become a focal point for law enforcement seeking to apprehend offenders. The federal government has allocated significant resources towards identifying and prosecuting individuals who produce or distribute child sexual abuse material.

This case serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by individuals who exploit minors and the ongoing efforts to protect vulnerable children through legal measures. As this investigation demonstrates, law enforcement agencies are vigilant in their efforts to dismantle networks that facilitate such abusive behavior, ensuring that offenders are held accountable.

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