A former soccer coach in Tennessee has been sentenced to three decades in prison after a harrowing case of child sexual exploitation came to light.
The Investigation Unfolds
The case began in 2023 when investigators recovered explicit videos from a cell phone abandoned by Camilo Campos‑Hurtado, a Mexican national who had entered the United States without authorization.
Forensic analysis revealed a pattern of abuse stretching back to 2013, during which Campos‑Hurtado drugged and assaulted underage players under his supervision, and produced child sexual abuse material.
Legal Consequences
Campos‑Hurtado pleaded guilty to four counts of sexual exploitation of a minor and related offenses, accepting a 30‑year federal sentence.
Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis of ICE emphasized that the conviction will trigger removal proceedings, ensuring the defendant is deported if ever released.
The sentencing underscores the commitment of federal authorities to protect vulnerable children, regardless of immigration status.
Monica R. Morrison and Kathryn D. Risinger, prosecutors who pursued the case, highlighted the collaborative effort across agencies that made the prosecution possible.