Bates County News

Monday, December 2, 2024

Child Pornography Arrest In Raymore

 On Wednesday, November 27th, 2024, at around 9:15 deputies served a search warrant in rural Raymore, regarding Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM).

They arrested 58-year-old Michael Pflanz.

He’s charged with nine felony counts of Possession of Child Pornography.

Pflanz is also charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Failing to Register as a Sex Offender. Both of these charges are also felonies.

He’s currently at the Cass County Jail with no bond allowed.



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