Hesperia Man Arrested After Deputies Find Over 600 Child Sexual Abuse Images During Search Warrant

ADELANTO, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A 34-year-old Hesperia man was arrested Thursday after deputies served a search warrant and allegedly discovered more than 600 images of child sexual abuse material.

The investigation began on June 10, 2025, at about 11:17 a.m., when deputies from the Victor Valley Sheriff’s Station received a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) regarding the online exploitation of multiple juveniles.

According to a written statement from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, the CyberTip traced activity to an address in the 11000 block of Sage Street in Adelanto.

During the investigation, Deputy Bagwill and Deputy Garcia identified Jerald Blocker, 34, of Hesperia, as the suspect.

On Thursday, March 12, 2026, deputies served a search warrant at Blocker’s current residence in the 14000 block of Mesa Street in Hesperia.

Authorities said Blocker “was found to be in possession of over 600 images of child pornography,” according to the written statement.

Blocker was arrested and transported to the High Desert Detention Center, where he was booked on the following charges:

• Possession of child pornography (PC311.11(A))
• Possession of obscene matter with a child under 12 (PC311.11(C)(1))

Information about the victim was not released and remains confidential.

Anyone with information about the investigation is asked to contact the Victor Valley Sheriff’s Station at (760) 552-6800 or Sheriff’s Dispatch at (760) 956-5001.

Callers wishing to remain anonymous can contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463) or submit information online at www.wetip.com.

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