Episode 19: "Sonya Ryan - Tragedy to Trial"

Written By Tony Godwin

In our exclusive first interview with the CEO of The Carly Ryan Foundation, we speak to Carly's mother, the amazing Sonya Ryan.

In this episode, we speak candidly with Sonya about her journey into every parent's worst nightmare - from her initial shock, to helping police solve this heinous crime, and the eventual arrest and trial of one of the most disgustingly evil human beings imaginable.

It's our hope that many eyes are opened to the dangers lying in wait for children engaging in internet activity - even when a parent does everything right - and that listeners can appreciate the crucial nature of education and awareness.

We are eternally grateful to Sonya and The Carly Ryan Foundation for our continued friendship, partnership, and continued advocacy for the protection of children across the world.

Tony Godwin

I am currently an active duty Detective for a large Law Enforcement agency in the North Texas Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex where I have been employed for 26 years. For the past 13 years, I have received specialized training and experience working both proactive and reactive criminal investigations associated with the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force with the goal to combat the child exploitation epidemic in the United States and abroad.

I have presented case studies and law enforcement training both nationally and internationally on ICAC related topics.I have prepared hundreds of formal reports suitable for legal presentation, which states results, interpretations and professional opinions/conclusions while assisting the Federal Bureau of Investigation, The United States Postal Service, the Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency, the United States Secret Service and local Law Enforcement agencies in the investigation of cases involving child exploitation, CyberTips, and child pornography investigations. I am also a certified forensic examiner for computers and cell phones. 

http://www.Catfishcops.com
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