May 28, 2026
SAINT IGNACE, MICH. The Michigan State Police (MSP) Computer Crimes Unit, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force is announcing the arrest of Jaxon James Massaway, 19 of Saint Ignace, for possession of child sexually abusive material and using a computer to commit a crime.
Massaway was arrested following an investigation which was initiated when it was learned that he was receiving child sexually abusive material online. A search of his residence resulted in digital evidence being seized.
Massaway was charged with three counts of possession of child sexually abusive material – aggravated and two counts of using a computer to commit a crime. Massaway was arraigned in the 92nd District Court of Mackinac County on Tuesday, May 26.
If convicted, Massaway faces up to ten years in prison for each count of possession of child sexually abusive material – aggravated, and up to ten years in prison for using a computer to commit a crime.
The MSP Computer Crimes Unit encourages parents to speak to their children about the safe use of the internet. There are many resources available to parents to assist in keeping children safe online. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children provides a comprehensive list of resources on their website at https://www.missingkids.org. The Michigan ICAC Task Force also provides resources at https://www.michigan.gov/ICAC.
If you have information regarding possible child sexual exploitation, report it to the CyberTipline at https://www.missingkids.org/cybertipline.
