OPD makes arrest in child exploitation case
According to a news release, on February 26, officers learned of a situation between Russell and Inge in which Russell was accused of trying to extort money from Inge. During the investigation, officers learned that Inge and Russell had known each other for a while; Inge accused Russell of stealing $4,000 from him and officers also discovered that Inge and Russell had entered into an agreement in which Russell's juvenile daughter would engage in sexual contact with Inge in exchange for money.
Investigators said they believe that after the agreement was made, Russell began to hold the agreement over Inge's head for money.
Both Inge and Russell were arrested on a warrant at the end of February. Jail records showed that Inge was released from custody on a $10,000 bond and Russell was released on a $25,000 bond.
OPD said the investigation is ongoing and more charges may be filed. Mugshots were not immediately available.
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