Orlando Man Sentenced to 22 Years for Producing Child Sex Abuse Images

Authorities have responded harshly to a serious crime: the manufacture of child sex abuse photographs involving a newborn, for which an Orlando man was sentenced to 22 years in federal prison. Following Leonardo Marino’s April 2 guilty plea, U.S. District Judge Paul G. Byron imposed the penalty necessary to uphold the conviction, which included taking away Marino’s smartphone.

Following a report from a witness who had received messages containing the disturbing images that Marino sent via social media showing the sexual abuse of an infant at his residence—a room that was later identified and matched to Marino’s DNA profile—the Orange County Sheriff’s Office and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) launched an investigation that resulted in the conviction. Since Marino’s smartphone linked him to the social media account that was used to spread the abusive content, his attempt to thwart justice by blocking the witness further exposed him.

Marino’s serious acts were emphasized by HSI Orlando Assistant Special Agent in Charge David Pezzutti, who said, “This conviction sends a clear message to those who exploit and harm the most vulnerable in our community you will be held accountable for your actions.” He underlined that the severity of the offense was reflected in the sentence.He recognized the vital role that police enforcement collaborations play in maintaining community safety, as documented by the Department of Justice.

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