Investigators from the Maryland State Police Child Exploitation Unit have charged a Calvert County man with multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a minor. Jurel Daquone Leo Bowman, 32, of Lusby, faces six counts of sexual solicitation of a minor.
Bowman was arrested by Maryland State Police shortly before 9:00 p.m. on July 2, 2026, without incident at his place of employment in Harford County. He was transported to the Harford County Detention Center, where he is currently held without bond.
The investigation began in November 2025 when the Maryland Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force initiated a probe into the sexual exploitation of a minor. Yesterday evening, the Maryland State Police Child Exploitation Unit, with assistance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Harford County Sheriff’s Office, served an arrest warrant on Bowman.
The Maryland State Police Child Exploitation Unit coordinates the Maryland Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. This is a combined law enforcement effort involving police departments across Maryland, supported in part by grant funds from the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth and Victim Services and a federal grant from the U.S. Department of Justice. Task force investigators focus on identifying individuals involved in child pornography via the internet and other related crimes that victimize children. The investigation into this case continues.
Cases like this highlight the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to protect children from online exploitation. The ICAC Task Force plays a critical role in monitoring and investigating internet-based crimes targeting minors. Collaboration between state, federal, and local agencies strengthens these efforts and helps bring offenders to justice.
For Southern Maryland communities in Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties, awareness of online safety remains important. Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor children’s internet use, discuss online risks, and report any suspicious activity to authorities.
The arrest of a Lusby resident underscores that these crimes can occur in communities throughout the region. Law enforcement continues to prioritize the safety of children and works diligently to identify and apprehend those who seek to exploit them.
The Maryland State Police encourages anyone with information related to this investigation or other potential cases of child exploitation to contact authorities. Tips can be provided to the Child Exploitation Unit or through local law enforcement agencies.
Protecting children from sexual exploitation requires vigilance from both law enforcement and the community. Programs supported by state and federal grants help fund specialized units and task forces dedicated to this mission.
As the investigation proceeds, additional details may be released. The public is reminded that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Residents of Calvert County and surrounding areas can stay informed through official law enforcement channels. The Maryland State Police and partner agencies remain committed to addressing crimes against children and holding offenders accountable.
This case serves as a reminder of the importance of internet safety education for families. Resources are available through law enforcement agencies and community organizations to help parents and children navigate online environments safely.
The coordinated response by the ICAC Task Force, FBI, and local sheriff’s office demonstrates the multi-agency approach used to investigate these serious offenses. Such collaboration increases the effectiveness of efforts to protect vulnerable children across Maryland.
