Teh One Who Knocks
02-28-2023, 11:00 AM
By Summerleigh Stones - NBC 2
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OCALA, Fla. – An Ocala man was arrested on Thursday after thousands of pounds of child pornography material was found in his home.
Paul Zittel, 72, was taken into custody for 25 counts of Possession of Child Pornography.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) reported they received a tip in January that files of child sexual abuse material had been posted to the internet.
After investigation, it was discovered that the IP address belonged to Zittel.
A search warrant was granted to his residence.
Upon searching Zittel’s home, other occupants stated that he would not allow others to go into his bedroom or office without being personally escorted.
Detectives found countless photos showing child sexual abuse material.
MCSO estimated there were more than 220,000 images weighing approximately 2,600 pounds.
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The photos were placed in large stacks and boxes throughout his bedroom and office, according to MCSO.
The printer on Zittel’s desk displayed signs of heavy use. Investigators took the photos, computer and digital storage device.
He was taken to the Marion County Jail, where he currently remains on a $250,000 bond.
https://i.imgur.com/tlS0zUll.png
OCALA, Fla. – An Ocala man was arrested on Thursday after thousands of pounds of child pornography material was found in his home.
Paul Zittel, 72, was taken into custody for 25 counts of Possession of Child Pornography.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) reported they received a tip in January that files of child sexual abuse material had been posted to the internet.
After investigation, it was discovered that the IP address belonged to Zittel.
A search warrant was granted to his residence.
Upon searching Zittel’s home, other occupants stated that he would not allow others to go into his bedroom or office without being personally escorted.
Detectives found countless photos showing child sexual abuse material.
MCSO estimated there were more than 220,000 images weighing approximately 2,600 pounds.
https://i.imgur.com/1QFnQXM.jpg
The photos were placed in large stacks and boxes throughout his bedroom and office, according to MCSO.
The printer on Zittel’s desk displayed signs of heavy use. Investigators took the photos, computer and digital storage device.
He was taken to the Marion County Jail, where he currently remains on a $250,000 bond.