Ironwood man arrested for criminal sexual conduct

IRONWOOD — The Michigan State Police Computer Crimes Unit, Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, along with the MSP Wakefield Post, announced the arrest of Jason Elliott Irvine, 47, of Ironwood, following an investigation into his online activity.

A search warrant was executed on Irvine’s residence on Sept. 6. Digital evidence was located revealing Irvine had engaged in criminal sexual conduct first-degree with a minor child.

Irvine was charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct and was arraigned on Friday. Bond was set at $100,000 and he remains in custody.

The investigation began when a Tumblr user reported suspicious activity displayed on a Tumblr account to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Evidence was obtained which led investigators to seek a search warrant for Irvine’s residence.

The Wakefield post is handling the investigation. Anyone with information pertaining to Irvine is encouraged to contact Det, Sgt. Glenn Gauthier at 906-224-3611.

MSP 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, according to the MSP. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children provides a comprehensive list of resources on its website at missingkids.org.