Executive Summary
- Oregon man Aleksandr Golovchenko was indicted on federal charges, including three counts of production of child sexual abuse material and two counts of coercion and enticement of a minor.
- Golovchenko allegedly contacted a 12-year-old girl online in February 2025 and coerced her into sexual activity and creating visual depictions of that conduct via Snapchat.
- If convicted on all counts, Golovchenko faces a maximum penalty of life in federal prison, with the FBI conducting the investigation.
Laws and Precedent
- The defendant has been indicted on federal charges, specifically including the production of child sexual abuse material and coercion and enticement of a minor, which are grave offenses under federal law carrying a maximum penalty of life in federal prison. This legal action, initiated through a federal indictment and investigated by the FBI, highlights the severe consequences and federal focus on prosecuting crimes involving the online exploitation of children.
An Oregon man, Aleksandr Golovchenko, 49, has been indicted on federal charges including three counts of production of child sexual abuse material and two counts of coercion and enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity. U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announced the indictment on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, stating that Golovchenko faces a maximum penalty of life in federal prison if convicted on all counts.
Allegations of Coercion and Abuse
According to court documents, Golovchenko initiated contact with a 12-year-old girl online around February 2025. He then allegedly developed a relationship with her, leveraging a social media application to facilitate the illicit activities.
Between February and April 2025, Golovchenko is accused of persuading, inducing, enticing, and coercing the victim to engage in sexual activity via the social media application Snapchat. He also allegedly compelled the minor to participate in sexually explicit conduct for the purpose of creating visual depictions of that conduct.
Investigation and Legal Process
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) conducted the investigation into Golovchenko’s alleged crimes. Assistant United States Attorney Courtney Derry will prosecute the case for the government.
An indictment is a formal charge indicating that a defendant has committed one or more violations of federal criminal law. Every defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Commitment to Child Protection
This case underscores the persistent dangers minors face online and the commitment of federal authorities to pursue those who exploit children. The U.S. Attorney’s office continues its efforts to protect vulnerable populations and bring perpetrators of child sexual abuse to justice.
