TREASURE ISLAND, Fla. — Treasure Island Police arrested a man on sexual battery and child pornography charges, according to a press release.
On Tuesday, detectives arrested 39-year-old Robert Douglas Farland after police say a victim reported an incident involving him a few months ago. The detective assigned to the case was able to uncover other crimes done by Farland.
"I am very proud of the dedication of our officers and detective as they sought justice for this victim," Treasure Island Police Chief John Barkley said in a statement. "Their tenacity led to this arrest."
According to the Pinellas County Jail records, Farland was previously arrested for child abuse in 2021.
Farland is charged with one count of sexual battery over a person over 12 and under 18 and eight counts of child pornography. Authorities say he could face additional charges.
The investigation is still ongoing.
