Carlsbad Man Accused Of Distributing Child Porn, More Victims Sought

CARLSBAD, CA — A Carlsbad man was accused of distributing child sexual abuse materials, and authorities believe there could be more victims.

Daniel Bondietti, 37, was arrested Wednesday in the unincorporated area of Bloomington in San Bernardino County, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children alerted detectives in Fontana about possible child pornography being distributed on social media and Bondietti was identified as the suspect.

"Detectives evaluated the suspected material and confirmed it was sexually explicit in nature and involved juveniles," Det. Derek Pederson said.

Bondietti was identified as the account holder of the device used to send and receive multiple images of pornographic material involving children, Pederson said.

"During the investigation, detectives also learned Bondietti had been named as a suspect in an unrelated child pornography case from another state," Pederson said. "Charges have been filed with the other agency and a felony warrant was issued for Bondietti."

Investigators from the Fontana Sheriff's Station and Crimes Against Children unit served a search warrant at Bondietti's home. Several electronic devices were seized and Bondetti was taken into custody. He was booked into West Valley Detention Center on suspicion of distribution of child pornography and an outstanding warrant.

Authorities believe there may be more victims who have not yet been identified.

Any additional victims were asked to file a report with their respective local law enforcement agency or contact the Fontana Sheriff's Station at 909-356-6767. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (782-7463) or visit wetip.com.