District Attorney Collin Sims announced today the arrest of a Washington Parish man following a cyber tip that led to the discovery of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) within the 22nd Judicial District.
On Thursday, October 30, 2025, the 22nd Judicial District Attorney’s Office Special Victims Unit Task Force received a cyber tip from the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office involving an individual suspected of possessing and sharing CSAM in the jurisdiction. Investigators immediately acted on the information, which led to the identification of Austin Alexander Olmstead, an 18-year-old white male from Bogalusa, Louisiana.
Members of the Bogalusa Police Department, Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office, Louisiana Bureau of Investigation, and the Covington Police Department executed an arrest warrant at Olmstead’s residence. A forensic examination of his electronic devices revealed approximately 70 images of CSAM involving children under the age of 13. During an interview, Olmstead admitted to possessing the illegal material.
Olmstead was arrested and booked on 70 counts of Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material Involving Victims Under the Age of 13 (Felony). If convicted, he faces a sentencing range of 10 to 40 years in prison per count.
District Attorney Collin Sims issued the following statement: “The safety of our children is at the core of our mission, and we will use every resource available to protect them. The swift action by our Special Victims Unit Task Force prevented this individual from having the opportunity to exploit a child in our community. The hard work and collaboration of our local, state, and federal partners sends a clear message. If you prey on children, whether in person or behind a screen, we will find you, and we will hold you accountable.”
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional charges or arrests are possible.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
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