Trucker Who Sexually Abused Minor Relative Sentenced to Over 27 Years for Child Porn in Delaware

An out-of-state trucker has been sentenced in the US District Court for the District of Delaware for transporting, receiving and possessing child sexual abuse material. David Morrison was sentenced by US District Judge Maryellen Noreika last Thursday. An investigation into Morrison began after law enforcement received 13 cyber tips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children reporting that Morrison uploaded or attempted to upload child sexual abuse material to his various digital accounts.

Law enforcement learned Morrison was in Smyrna for work and executed a federal search warrant of his truck. About 164 media files were found after a search of Morrison’s phone – including images identifies as a girl who appeared to be Morrison’s minor relative, who when interviewed by law enforcement disclosed Morrison sexually abused her on multiple occasions between the ages of 6 and 11. She also confirmed that she was the child pictured in several of Morrison’s photographs.

Morrison was sentenced to over 327 months in prison followed by 10 years of supervised release. He will also be required to register as a sex offender upon release from prison.

Additional information from USADE:

U.S. Attorney Wallace stated, “There are no victims more vulnerable than children—and there are no victims for whom my Office will fight harder. This just sentence reflects the profound harm that David Morrison caused to his many victims, most especially his minor relative who Morrison
repeatedly sexually abused. I thank our partners at HSI, whose excellent investigative work across multiple jurisdictions led to the arrest and conviction of this dangerous child predator.”

“David Morrison’s conduct was calculated, predatory, and caused profound harm to a vulnerable child. Homeland Security Investigations will never stop pursuing those who exploit children, whether they hide online or operate in plain sight,” said Special Agent in Charge of HSI Philadelphia, Eric D. McLoughlin. “This sentence underscores the strength of our partnership with United States Attorney’s Office District of Delaware the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Delaware, whose prosecutors worked tirelessly alongside our agents to ensure justice was served. Together, we remain committed to identifying these predators, removing them from our communities, and seeking justice for survivors.”
Homeland Security Investigations investigated this case. Assistant U.S. Attorney Claudia L. Pare prosecuted the case.