Booking Report: Terrence James Maddock Arrested on Child Exploitation Charge.
Topeka, Kan. — On September 19, 2025, Terrence James Maddock, an 86-year-old white male, was booked into custody for sexual exploitation of a child; possession of media of a child under 18 (statute 25CR1811). His bond is set at $25,000, cash or professional surety.
Details of the Case
- Name: Terrence James Maddock
- Date of Birth: August 5, 1939
- Age: 86
- Booking Time: September 19, 2025, at about 3:55 PM
- Charge: Possession of media of a child under 18 and related child sexual exploitation violations.
- Bond Type/Amount: $25,000, C/PS (cash or professional surety)
Community Context: A Growing Concern
This arrest comes as part of a troubling pattern in Topeka involving child sex crimes. A recent report by This Is Topeka details three separate arrests within less than one month for offenses involving sexual exploitation or abuse of minors. This is Topeka
Some examples:
- On September 11, 2025, Mark A. Calloway Jr., age 27, was arrested by Kansas Bureau of Investigation agents on charges including sexual exploitation of a child following a cyber tip. This is Topeka
- On September 5, Qua’Dream Keon Williams, 24, was arrested on multiple charges, including aggravated indecent liberties with a child, criminal sodomy with a child, sexual exploitation of a child, indecent solicitation, and aggravated battery. His bond was set at $500,000. This is Topeka
- On August 22, Justin R. Bevitt, 41, was arrested in a case involving a minor from another state (Kentucky) — including allegations of unlawful transactions with a minor and distribution of material depicting a sexual performance by a minor. This is Topeka
Implications & Public Safety Notes
The frequency of these incidents in a short timespan has raised concern among Topeka residents and law enforcement. According to the This Is Topeka article, many of the investigations begin with public or cyber tips, underscoring the importance of vigilant oversight by guardians and community members of children’s online activity. This is Topeka
