LAS VEGAS — Six men have been arrested in a coordinated undercover operation targeting individuals suspected of attempting to lure children online for sex, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
The two-week operation, carried out in North Las Vegas, was led by the Nevada Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, along with detectives and agents from multiple agencies, including the FBI’s Child Exploitation Task Force, North Las Vegas Police Department, Henderson Police Department, Homeland Security Investigations, and the Nevada Attorney General’s Office.
Officials announced Wednesday that the following individuals were arrested and booked into the North Las Vegas Detention Center:
- Stevie Bennard Kelly II, 34
- Justin James Matamoros, 35
- Brandon Michael Jarecki Ayers, 31
- Yussell Onofre Gallardo, 38
- Jeffrey Kelly, 51
- Brandon Scott Fletcher, 27
According to police, each suspect faces felony charges of Luring a Child with a Computer for a Sex Act.
Parents urged to stay vigilant
As part of the announcement, investigators urged parents to speak regularly with their children about the dangers of interacting with strangers online. Officials emphasized that parents should closely monitor social media use, messaging apps, gaming platforms, and any other online spaces where predators may attempt contact.
“This operation is part of our ongoing efforts to reduce violent crime and protect children in our community,” LVMPD stated.
Investigation remains open
Detectives are asking anyone who may have been a victim of the accused individuals—or anyone with information about their activities—to contact the LVMPD Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force at 702-828-3111.
Anonymous tips may also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555 or online at www.crimestoppersofnv.com.
