A Bergen County man was arrested Tuesday after investigators said he used artificial intelligence tools to produce and circulate computer-generated child sexual abuse material and secretly recorded an adult without consent.
The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Cyber Crimes Unit led the weeks-long investigation that culminated in a court-authorized search of the suspect’s Wyckoff residence on July 14.
Charges and custody
Prosecutors identified the suspect as Brian C. Saracusa, 50, of Wyckoff. He was taken into custody and remanded to the Bergen County Jail pending a first court appearance in Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack.
| Alleged conduct | Charge level |
|---|---|
| Distribution of child pornography (computer-generated) | Second-degree |
| Possession of child pornography | Third-degree |
| Creation of deceptive visual media | Third-degree |
| Invasion of privacy — photographing/recording an adult without consent | Third-degree |
What prosecutors say
According to Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella, investigators determined the defendant used the internet to create and distribute a computer-generated video depicting child sexual abuse. Authorities also said photographs and recordings were discovered showing an adult in various states of undress taken without that person’s knowledge or consent.
- Agency involved: Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Cyber Crimes Unit.
- Date of search and arrest: July 14, 2026.
- Next step: First appearance in Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack.
Community impact and context
The case underscores growing concerns among law enforcement about the misuse of artificial intelligence to fabricate sexual abuse imagery. Prosecutors are increasingly focused on digital and synthetic media crimes as technology advances.
Residents with information relevant to the investigation are typically encouraged to contact the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Cyber Crimes Unit. As of the arrest announcement, no further public details about the alleged victim or additional suspects have been released.
Legal proceedings will determine whether the charges are proven. Under New Jersey law, second-degree and third-degree accusations carry significant penalties if convictions occur, and the prosecutor’s office will present evidence at upcoming court dates.
This article will be updated if prosecutors or defense attorneys release additional information or if court records provide further details.
