Mamou, Louisiana - An individual was arrested by the Louisiana State Police Special Victim's Unit (LSP SVU) on July 31, 2024, for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material and narcotics. The investigation led to the apprehension of Trevor Matthews Sr., a 42-year-old resident of Mamou, Louisiana.

Investigators discovered an IP address that was downloading suspected material of child sexual abuse. During the course of the investigation, the Louisiana State Police Special Victims Unit (LSP SVU) acquired a search warrant from the 13th Judicial District Court of Evangeline Parish for a property owned by Matthews. During the search, child sexual abuse material and around 15 grams of suspected marijuana were found.

Matthews was taken into custody and put into the Evangeline Parish Correctional Center for charges related to child pornography and possession of illegal drugs.

This case remains under investigation.

LSP SVU is dedicated to rescuing and seeking justice for victims of crimes that involve exploiting children and trafficking humans for sex or labor. This is achieved through collaborations with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies as well as public education efforts. It is important for the public to help identify suspects of these crimes and report any criminal or suspicious behavior that they may witness. The public can access the Louisiana State Police online reporting system through a form where reports can be submitted anonymously to the investigators in charge. To locate the form, go to http://la-safe.org/ and click on the "Suspicious Activity" link.

An arrest is an indication that probable cause exists to believe the subject was involved in the offense alleged. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.