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PALM BAY, Fla. – Kody Jordan-Muti of Palm Bay has been charged as part of an international investigation into a child pornography ring, as announced by Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE).
Jordan-Muti is one of eight individuals in the United States facing charges following a proactive investigation by the FDLE. Authorities uncovered advertisements on social media platforms, including TikTok, offering large amounts of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) for sale. The investigation revealed a group led by Mehmet Berk Bozuyuk, a resident of Turkey, that transferred massive amounts of CSAM to buyers, including the eight men in the U.S.
Attorney General Uthmeier emphasized the severity of the crimes, stating, “Every image of child abuse leaves a lasting scar on an innocent life, and we will aggressively prosecute these heinous crimes.” He also highlighted concerns about the use of social media platforms for such activities, noting, “It’s disgusting that child sexual abuse material is advertised in plain view on apps such as TikTok.”
FDLE Commissioner Mark Glass underscored the commitment of law enforcement agencies, saying, “To the criminals believing they can hide among the shadows of the internet—know this: FDLE is always watching, we are always working, and we will always find you.”
The investigation began with an undercover review of websites known for distributing child pornography. Investigators responded to an advertisement offering over 6 terabytes of material for $100 and received more than 1 million videos and pictures, which were determined to be CSAM. Authorities have since seized the domain of the website to hinder further distribution of such material.
Jordan-Muti, along with the other suspects, faces multiple felony charges, including violations of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act and money laundering. The FDLE and the Attorney General’s Office are collaborating with international partners to apprehend Bozuyuk and dismantle the global network involved in these heinous crimes.
Residents of Brevard County are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious online activities to local law enforcement as authorities continue their efforts to combat the exploitation of minors.
