Army Soldier Charged with Creating AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Images

Seth Herrera, stationed in Alaska, faces federal charges for using AI tools to produce explicit content involving minors he knew.

Herrera, 34, allegedly created thousands of explicit images and videos using AI tools.
Court documents reveal Herrera used encrypted messaging apps to distribute the material.
He stored the content in password-protected apps disguised as calculators on his phones.
The Department of Justice emphasizes increased enforcement against AI-generated child sexual abuse material.
If convicted, Herrera faces up to 20 years in prison.