Houston-Metro ICAC Task Force

Great resource for parents - The“Don’t Look Away” Conversation Starter Kit.

Thorn

June is Internet Safety Month. One way we can help protect children online is by staying informed about what they may encounter in digital spaces today.

Technology is changing how child sexual abuse and exploitation happen often in ways most people don’t recognize. Talking about it to spread awareness is one of the most powerful actions you can take, but these conversations can feel difficult to begin.

That’s why we created the “Don’t Look Away” Conversation Starter Kit. The guide includes conversation prompts, reflection questions, articles, videos, and additional context around online child sexual exploitation and abuse.

You don't need all the answers. You just need to start.

https://www.thorn.org/blog/dont-look-away-have-a-conversation-about-online-safety-today/

Great tips for parents to stay involved and be aware of the apps your teens may be using. Thank you Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4!

SUMMER BREAK IS HERE — DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR TEENS ARE DOING ONLINE?

With school out and screen time increasing, Constable Mark Herman’s Office reminds parents to stay involved and be aware of the apps your teens may be using.

Some apps may seem harmless but can expose children to:

⚠️Online predators

⚠️Cyberbullying

⚠️Inappropriate content

⚠️Sharing personal information with strangers

Parents — take a few minutes to:

✅Check your child’s apps

✅Review privacy settings

✅Talk about online safety

✅Know who they’re communicating with

"A simple conversation today could help protect your child tomorrow. Stay alert. Stay involved. Keep them safe this summer!"
— Constable Mark Herman

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Privacy settings are protection!

Fort Bend County District Attorney's Office

TIP: Review your family’s social media privacy settings today. Ensure profiles are private, location sharing is disabled, and strangers cannot send direct messages to minors. What your child shares online can be seen by anyone. Privacy settings are not a suggestion. They are protection.

The Houston-Metro ICAC Task Force is sharing safety information for Internet Safety Month, but let’s stay safe all year round! Follow us for more information throughout the month of June.

Excellent job by our law enforcement neighbors to the north near Lake Livingston.
"Investigators discovered multiple electronic devices and viewing platforms allegedly containing child po*******hy. The investigation revealed that both Gregory Powell and Brian Powell were in possession of child po*******hy depicting victims ranging from toddlers to children of undetermined ages. Investigators also located female child undergarments at the location."

San Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office - Sheriff Sam Houston & Texas Department of Public Safety

MEDIA RELEASE

On June 9, 2026, the San Jacinto County Sheriff's Office assisted the Texas Department of Public Safety Criminal Investigations Division with the ex*****on of a search warrant at a residence in the Point Blank area of San Jacinto County.

The investigation began after DPS CID received information alleging that child po*******hy was being viewed and distributed by Gregory Powell. Following an extensive investigation, surveillance operations, and the development of probable cause, investigators obtained a search warrant for the residence.

During the early morning hours of June 9, 2026, members of the San Jacinto County Sheriff's Office Operation Lone Star Task Force, Patrol Division, Criminal Investigations Division, and DPS Criminal Investigations Division executed the search warrant.

During the ex*****on of the warrant, investigators encountered three individuals inside the residence identified as Gregory Powell, Brian Powell, and Kim Bird.

As a result of the search, investigators located suspected methamphetamine in the possession of Brian Powell and Kim Bird. Additionally, investigators discovered multiple electronic devices and viewing platforms allegedly containing child po*******hy. The investigation revealed that both Gregory Powell and Brian Powell were in possession of child po*******hy depicting victims ranging from toddlers to children of undetermined ages.

Investigators also located female child undergarments in the possession of Gregory Powell, which were seized as evidence and are being further examined as part of the ongoing investigation.
All three individuals were taken into custody and charged with offenses related to the evidence discovered during the ex*****on of the search warrant. Additional charges may be filed as the forensic examination of electronic devices and evidence continues.

Sheriff Sam Houston commended the coordinated efforts of the Texas Department of Public Safety Criminal Investigations Division, the San Jacinto County Sheriff's Office Operation Lone Star Task Force, Criminal Investigations Division, and Patrol Division for their work in protecting children and removing dangerous offenders from the community.

This investigation remains active and ongoing.

All suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

If you have any information regarding any criminal activity, please contact the San Jacinto County Sheriff's Office at the main line. To remain anonymous and be eligible for a potential reward, contact Multi-County Crime Stoppers at 800-392-7867, use the free P3TIPS mobile app, or submit a tip online at www.multicountycrimestoppers.com.

Internet Safety Month!

The internet helps kids connect, create, and build friendships, but not everyone online has good intentions.

This , remind kids:
✅ Trust their instincts
✅ Be cautious with online connections
✅ It’s okay to block or walk away from uncomfortable interactions

Explore more online safety resources: https://www.ncmec.org/netsmartz/resources

June is Internet Safety Month! Contact TCFTM to schedule an internet safety training!

June is . Schedule an age-appropriate internet safety training today. Contact Texas Center for the Missing to host a training at your summer camp, Scout gathering or place of worship. Request a presentation today -- specifically designed for school-aged children, pre-teens, teens, or caring adults: https://centerforthemissing.org/act/presentations/

Practical tips from ICAC experts to help keep your child safe online.
June is Internet safety month! National Criminal Justice Training Center of Fox Valley Technical College

Video games are a big part of how kids connect and play—but they also come with real safety risks parents need to understand.

Join the ICAC Task Forces for this upcoming live webinar to get a clearer picture of today’s online gaming world and how to protect your child while they play.

Key topics covered:
→ The risks of interacting with strangers
→ Where age verification falls short
→ How to choose age-appropriate games
→ How personal info can be shared without realizing it

Walk away with practical tips from ICAC experts to help keep your child safe online.
🔗 Register now for the June 23 webinar: https://icactaskforce.org/training/TRI1228800/video-games-and-your-child-spotting-red-flags-and-staying-safe-online