Merced Man Arrested After Child Exploitation Tip Leads to Search Warrant, Weapons Seizure

Detectives with the Merced Police Department served a search warrant Tuesday at a residence on 9th Street following an Internet Crimes Against Children tip involving suspected possession and distribution of child pornography, according to authorities.

Investigators identified Rene Cuevas, 48, as the only adult male living at the home and took him into custody without incident, police said.

During the search, detectives seized multiple electronic devices tied to the investigation and identified as being associated with the possession of child pornography, according to the department. Investigators also located 11 firearms, including an assault weapon, along with a grenade. The bomb squad responded and determined the grenade was safe.

Cuevas was booked into the Merced County Jail on charges including obstruction, possession of an assault weapon, and possession of unregistered firearms.

The investigation remains ongoing as detectives conduct forensic examinations of the seized devices, police said.

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