DPS Arrests Man in Possession of Hundreds of AI-Generated Images Involving South Texas Children
DPS Arrests Man in Possession of Hundreds of AI-Generated Images Involving South Texas Children
Publish Date: 2026-05-29 16:02:00
Source Domain: www.dps.texas.gov
- Arrest of Adan Covarrubias: The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) in coordination with the FBI and Dimmitt Co. Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of Adan Covarrubias, who allegedly generated hundreds of AI-generated pornographic images and videos involving local children.
- Charges under Senate Bill 20: Covarrubias was charged with felony possession of computer-generated child pornography based on the Senate Bill 20, which made it a crime to possess or promote obscene visual material depicting children.
- Investigation Details: During the months-long investigation, agents discovered over 900 AI-generated pornographic images and videos created by Covarrubias involving both prepubescent and pubescent children. The man manipulated photos from South Texas schools through AI tools to create the content.
- Collaborative Effort: The investigation was a collaborative effort between the FBI, DPS, Dimmitt Co. Sheriff’s Office, and the Maverick Co. District Attorney’s Office which culminated in Covarrubias’ arrest on May 19, 2026.
- Calls for Public Vigilance: DPS emphasized the importance of community vigilance and encouraged Texans to report suspicious activity through the iWatchTexas program, which can help prevent predators from exploiting children.
- Highlighting Senate Bill 20: Senate Bill 20 specifically targets obscene depictions of minors, either real, cartoon, or AI-generated, thereby aiding in prosecuting cases like Covarrubias’.
- Support for Victims: Efforts are ongoing to provide victim services for the estimated 30 child victims identified so far.
