News Summary
Huntsville Police Department and Madison County District Attorney’s Office arrested ten men in a child predator sting operation aimed at combating unlawful sexual activities with minors. The operation involved undercover officers posing as minors in online conversations leading to planned meetings for sexual encounters. The suspects are facing 34 charges, including serious offenses like human trafficking and electronic solicitation. Ongoing investigations may lead to more charges as the community is urged to remain vigilant against online predators.
Huntsville Arrests Ten Men in Child Predator Sting Operation
Huntsville, Alabama—Ten men were arrested as part of a child predator operation led by the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) and the Madison County District Attorney’s Office. The arrests took place over two days, June 13 and 14, 2025, during a coordinated effort to combat unlawful sexual activities involving minors.
The operation utilized undercover officers who posed as minors on various messaging platforms and online forums. The investigation revealed that the suspects engaged in conversations with individuals they believed were underage. These conversations led to arrangements for meetings, during which suspects intended to exchange money or goods for sex acts.
As a result of these operations, the ten arrested men are collectively facing a staggering 34 charges. These charges include serious offenses such as human trafficking, electronic solicitation of a child, and traveling to meet a child for unlawful sex acts.
The arrested individuals are currently scheduled to go through Aniah’s Law hearings, which will determine if they should be held without bond given the seriousness of their alleged offenses. If the investigation uncovers more evidence, additional charges may be forthcoming.
Details of the Arrests
The investigation associated with these arrests marks the second sting operation conducted by HPD in partnership with the Madison County District Attorney’s Office. A previous operation, carried out in February 2024, resulted in the arrest of nine individuals, none of whom have yet been convicted.
The identities of the men arrested include:
- Darryl Lamont Surles Jr., 33, of Toney: Charged with human trafficking, electronic solicitation, and traveling to meet a child for sex.
- Marshae Deshawn Rivers, 33, of Huntsville: Facing multiple counts, including human trafficking and possession of a controlled substance.
- Damien Darrell Jones, 36, of Huntsville: Charged with two counts of human trafficking among other charges.
- John Wayne Erby, 59, of Holly Pond: Charged with human trafficking and related offenses.
- Others arrested include Rubin Epps Banks, Oliver Clemente, Jared Lavon Breach-Marrow, Jahsiem Ramiek Davis, Jesus Alberto Moran-Carpio, and Heriberto Priego Ramirez, all facing similar charges.
Background Context
Chief of Police Kirk Giles underscored the department’s commitment to safeguarding children from online predators and ensuring that those engaging in illegal activities face justice. Chief Deputy District Attorney Tim Gann praised the professionalism of the investigators involved and accentuated the importance of parental vigilance regarding children’s online interactions.
The ongoing investigation serves as a reminder to the community about the dangers that exist on digital platforms. Authorities continue to encourage parents to monitor their children’s online activities to help prevent potential exploitation.
As these legal proceedings unfold, all individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The HPD urges the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity that may indicate child exploitation or predatory behavior.
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