Topline: Investigators believe Aaron Jacob “Jake” Bunch used online messaging apps to trade child sexual abuse material and may have contacted minors while in a position of trust.
Published: October 23, 2025 6:34 pm ET
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AURORA, CO — Federal and local investigators are seeking potential victims of an Colorado police sergeant accused of child sexual exploitation, after his arrest earlier this month on multiple felony charges.
According to the FBI’s Denver Division, 47-year-old Aaron Jacob “Jake” Bunch was charged with sexual exploitation of a child (sell/publish), sexual exploitation of a child (possession), and sexual exploitation of a child (video)—extraordinary risk.
The agency said in a statement that Bunch, a longtime law enforcement officer, worked as a school resource officer (SRO) and SRO supervisor in several Aurora-area schools, including within the Cherry Creek School District and Aurora Public Schools.
The FBI and Denver Police Department jointly arrested Bunch on October 8 following an investigation that began with multiple tips to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, according to reporting by The Denver Post. The arrest affidavit, which remains heavily redacted, describes how investigators linked Bunch to online exchanges of child sexual abuse material on the messaging app Kik.
According to 9NEWS, investigators allege Bunch used Kik this past summer to download and trade explicit videos, including one that he sent to a person in the United Kingdom who was already under investigation. One of the federal tips referenced a Kik user uploading several images and videos depicting child sexual abuse involving a child under the age of 12. Another tip from July 2024 alleged that Bunch used a payment app to solicit a minor earlier that year. The Denver Post reported that the affidavit stated Bunch paid the minor $300.
The FBI said Wednesday that investigators believe Bunch “may have sought out minor victims while serving in a position of trust” between 2005 and October 2025. The agency emphasized that all current charges are allegations and that Bunch, like all defendants, is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
At the time of his arrest, Bunch was an Aurora Police Department sergeant assigned as an SRO supervisor. He has been placed on unpaid administrative leave, according to Denver7 News.
Aurora Police Chief Todd Chamberlain called the case “a sad and angering day” for the department, saying in a statement that the allegations “are disturbing and completely contrary to the values and mission of this department.” Chamberlain added that Bunch’s actions, if proven, “undermine the trust and legitimacy that our officers work hard to earn every single day” and vowed that the case “will be investigated thoroughly.”
The FBI said it is legally mandated to identify victims of federal crimes under investigation and that any individuals who may have been victimized by Bunch—or who have information relevant to the case—are encouraged to submit information through an online form at forms.fbi.gov/victims/AaronBunchVictims
. The agency said responses are voluntary but could help identify victims and assist with the ongoing investigation. Victims’ identities will remain confidential, and they may be eligible for certain services or restitution under federal and state law.
Aurora Police said there is currently no evidence indicating that students or children within Aurora Public Schools, Cherry Creek School District, or the broader Aurora community were directly victimized.
Investigators, however, continue to urge anyone with information to come forward.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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Aaron Jacob "Jake" Bunch (via FBI)
AURORA, CO — Federal and local investigators are seeking potential victims of an Colorado police sergeant accused of child sexual exploitation, after his arrest earlier this month on multiple felony charges.
According to the FBI’s Denver Division, 47-year-old Aaron Jacob “Jake” Bunch was charged with sexual exploitation of a child (sell/publish), sexual exploitation of a child (possession), and sexual exploitation of a child (video)—extraordinary risk.
The agency said in a statement that Bunch, a longtime law enforcement officer, worked as a school resource officer (SRO) and SRO supervisor in several Aurora-area schools, including within the Cherry Creek School District and Aurora Public Schools.
The FBI and Denver Police Department jointly arrested Bunch on October 8 following an investigation that began with multiple tips to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, according to reporting by The Denver Post. The arrest affidavit, which remains heavily redacted, describes how investigators linked Bunch to online exchanges of child sexual abuse material on the messaging app Kik.
According to 9NEWS, investigators allege Bunch used Kik this past summer to download and trade explicit videos, including one that he sent to a person in the United Kingdom who was already under investigation. One of the federal tips referenced a Kik user uploading several images and videos depicting child sexual abuse involving a child under the age of 12. Another tip from July 2024 alleged that Bunch used a payment app to solicit a minor earlier that year. The Denver Post reported that the affidavit stated Bunch paid the minor $300.
The FBI said Wednesday that investigators believe Bunch “may have sought out minor victims while serving in a position of trust” between 2005 and October 2025. The agency emphasized that all current charges are allegations and that Bunch, like all defendants, is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
At the time of his arrest, Bunch was an Aurora Police Department sergeant assigned as an SRO supervisor. He has been placed on unpaid administrative leave, according to Denver7 News.
Aurora Police Chief Todd Chamberlain called the case “a sad and angering day” for the department, saying in a statement that the allegations “are disturbing and completely contrary to the values and mission of this department.” Chamberlain added that Bunch’s actions, if proven, “undermine the trust and legitimacy that our officers work hard to earn every single day” and vowed that the case “will be investigated thoroughly.”
The FBI said it is legally mandated to identify victims of federal crimes under investigation and that any individuals who may have been victimized by Bunch—or who have information relevant to the case—are encouraged to submit information through an online form at forms.fbi.gov/victims/AaronBunchVictims
. The agency said responses are voluntary but could help identify victims and assist with the ongoing investigation. Victims’ identities will remain confidential, and they may be eligible for certain services or restitution under federal and state law.
Aurora Police said there is currently no evidence indicating that students or children within Aurora Public Schools, Cherry Creek School District, or the broader Aurora community were directly victimized.
Investigators, however, continue to urge anyone with information to come forward.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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FBI: Colorado Police Sergeant May Have Sought Out Child Victims While in Uniform
Investigators believe Aaron Jacob “Jake” Bunch used online messaging apps to trade child sexual abuse material and may have contacted minors while in a position of trust.
By Jacob Charles
Published: October 23, 2025 6:34 pm ET
Aaron Jacob "Jake" Bunch (via FBI)
AURORA, CO — Federal and local investigators are seeking potential victims of an Colorado police sergeant accused of child sexual exploitation, after his arrest earlier this month on multiple felony charges.
According to the FBI’s Denver Division, 47-year-old Aaron Jacob “Jake” Bunch was charged with sexual exploitation of a child (sell/publish), sexual exploitation of a child (possession), and sexual exploitation of a child (video)—extraordinary risk.
The agency said in a statement that Bunch, a longtime law enforcement officer, worked as a school resource officer (SRO) and SRO supervisor in several Aurora-area schools, including within the Cherry Creek School District and Aurora Public Schools.
The FBI and Denver Police Department jointly arrested Bunch on October 8 following an investigation that began with multiple tips to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, according to reporting by The Denver Post. The arrest affidavit, which remains heavily redacted, describes how investigators linked Bunch to online exchanges of child sexual abuse material on the messaging app Kik.
According to 9NEWS, investigators allege Bunch used Kik this past summer to download and trade explicit videos, including one that he sent to a person in the United Kingdom who was already under investigation. One of the federal tips referenced a Kik user uploading several images and videos depicting child sexual abuse involving a child under the age of 12. Another tip from July 2024 alleged that Bunch used a payment app to solicit a minor earlier that year. The Denver Post reported that the affidavit stated Bunch paid the minor $300.
The FBI said Wednesday that investigators believe Bunch “may have sought out minor victims while serving in a position of trust” between 2005 and October 2025. The agency emphasized that all current charges are allegations and that Bunch, like all defendants, is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
At the time of his arrest, Bunch was an Aurora Police Department sergeant assigned as an SRO supervisor. He has been placed on unpaid administrative leave, according to Denver7 News.
Aurora Police Chief Todd Chamberlain called the case “a sad and angering day” for the department, saying in a statement that the allegations “are disturbing and completely contrary to the values and mission of this department.” Chamberlain added that Bunch’s actions, if proven, “undermine the trust and legitimacy that our officers work hard to earn every single day” and vowed that the case “will be investigated thoroughly.”
The FBI said it is legally mandated to identify victims of federal crimes under investigation and that any individuals who may have been victimized by Bunch—or who have information relevant to the case—are encouraged to submit information through an online form at forms.fbi.gov/victims/AaronBunchVictims
. The agency said responses are voluntary but could help identify victims and assist with the ongoing investigation. Victims’ identities will remain confidential, and they may be eligible for certain services or restitution under federal and state law.
Aurora Police said there is currently no evidence indicating that students or children within Aurora Public Schools, Cherry Creek School District, or the broader Aurora community were directly victimized.
Investigators, however, continue to urge anyone with information to come forward.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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