Federal authorities are searching for potential victims from an online child exploitation scheme that started in Northeast Louisiana in 2021. The investigation centers on Gary London Harper who has been indicted for producing child pornography after preying on minors.
U.S. Attorney for Louisiana’s Western District Brandon Brown says he’s glad Harper is in federal custody.
“He is a very dangerous individual that preys on the vulnerable population in our northeast corner of the district in the Monroe, Bastrop area. We feel that he’s had multiple victims,” said Brown.
Harper used Snapchat and Cash app with usernames like “lilharp”, “oleharp”, “Millwright2011”, and “olecountry1234”. Harper was in his late 20’s while using the accounts posing as an 18 years old. Brown says for this very reason parents should be more mindful.
“Its important for parents to know what their children are engaging in on social media and the internet the best they can and to instruct their children on some do’s and do not’s,” said Brown.
Brown says Harper’s trial date has been set for March. He says victims that come forward will receive help and have access to legal resources .
“Anyone who thinks they may have been a victim of Mr. Harper we want you to come forward and contact us we have a witness coordinator who is ready to talk with you,”said Brown.
If you or your family member or anyone that you know has had contact with the above listed usernames while using Snapchat or Cash app between 2019 and 2021 please contact the FBI via email at harpervictim@fbi.gov.
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