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| Daniel Angel Martinez / Tempe Police Department |
Published December 4th, 2025
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Tempe Police Arrest California Man in Child Exploitation Case
TEMPE, Ariz. — The Tempe Police Department announced the arrest and extradition of a California man accused of sexually exploiting a 13-year-old girl from Tempe.
Detectives identified the suspect as 23-year-old Daniel Angel Martinez, who now faces three counts of sexual misconduct with a minor and ten counts of sexual exploitation of a minor.
Investigation Timeline
- The case began in August 2025, when the victim’s parents discovered explicit chats and images on her phone.
- Investigators determined Martinez first met the girl online through Discord when she was 12, and the two developed what police described as a “romantic relationship.”
- Between January and September 2025, Martinez and the victim exchanged hundreds of nude images and videos.
- Detectives also learned Martinez traveled from California to Arizona multiple times, engaging in sexual conduct with the victim on at least three occasions.
Arrest and Evidence
Tempe Police detectives filed charges and obtained a warrant for Martinez’s arrest. On November 19, Martinez was taken into custody in Pomona, California, with assistance from the Riverside County District Attorney’s Child Exploitation Investigation Team.
Authorities executed search warrants on Martinez’s home, car, and electronic devices, all of which were seized as part of the ongoing investigation. Martinez has since been extradited to Arizona and remains in custody.
Court Proceedings
- Case Number: CR2025007892001
- Bond: $250,000
- Court Location: CCB-201 W Jefferson, Phoenix, AZ 85003
- Charges:
- ARS 13-1405A — Sexual Conduct with a Minor (Felony Two)
- ARS 13-3553A2 — Sexual Exploitation of a Minor (Felony Two)
- All charges have been bound over to Superior Court.
Police Statement
“Protecting children and holding offenders accountable is one of our highest priorities,” said Tempe Police Chief Ken McCoy. “This case highlights the importance of thorough investigations, collaboration across jurisdictions, and swift action to prevent further harm.”
Tempe Police urge anyone with information about this case or similar incidents to contact detectives immediately.
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