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Matthew Hays

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Phoenix Youth Soccer Referee Arrested on Child Pornography Charges After Cryptocurrency Tip

A 41‑year‑old referee and Junior Achievement volunteer was taken into custody in Phoenix after a tip linked cryptocurrency transactions to illegal material. Police recovered multiple files of child pornography and set bail at $250,000 cash only.

Jul 24, 2026

Phoenix Youth Soccer Referee Arrested in Child Exploitation Case

Authorities say the suspect was detained after a cryptocurrency transaction alert led to a search that uncovered abusive imagery on a flash drive.

Jul 24, 2026