Berkley man faces severe charges for supplying drugs and alcohol to minors

In Berkley, Michigan, a 24-year-old man named Darren Bradford has been charged with criminal sexual conduct after an undercover investigation by the Berkley police revealed he was illegally supplying minors with drugs and alcohol. This investigation began on February 5, 2025, when police received a tip regarding minors frequently visiting Bradford's apartment. It was reported that he took these minors out to lunch while providing them with not only alcohol but also illegal substances including marijuana vapes. Upon further investigation, authorities discovered that Bradford allegedly had sexual contact with at least one minor. Following his arrest on February 21, 2025, he was charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a minor aged between 13 and 15. The court granted him a $175,000 bond, and a preliminary examination date is forthcoming. Reports indicate that police are investigating whether more charges will be filed against Bradford, assessing the extent of his illegal activities and potential additional victims. In a separate yet equally serious matter, authorities in Northern California seized over 120 terabytes of child sex abuse material from a residence as part of an ongoing investigation by the Solano County Sheriff’s Office. This significant seizure, which took place on February 20, 2025, included not only a large amount of data equivalent to roughly 120 hours of high-definition video but also over 20 computers, a server, and various hacking and anti-forensic tools. This operation was a collaborative effort involving the sheriff's office, Solano County Probation, and the Vacaville Police Department. This seizure was part of a larger initiative after an earlier Sexual Assault Felony Enforcement Street sweep, which aims to tackle sexual assault crimes. As the investigation continues, the Sheriff’s Office has announced that they will be addressing Internet Crimes Against Children with a full-time investigator. While no further details regarding arrests related to this case have emerged, authorities have emphasized the seriousness of the operation and the ongoing nature of these investigations. Local officials are committed to updating the public as more information becomes available.