Kansas City Man Detained on Child Pornography Charges, Faces Strict Bail Conditions

Kansas City Man Faces Child Pornography Charges

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – A man from Kansas City, Zachary D. Simmons, is currently behind bars after being charged with possession of child pornography. This incident comes after his recent arrest on an investigative hold that started on August 23, 2024.

Details of the Arrest

According to records from the Platte County Circuit Court, the 34-year-old Simmons was apprehended and is facing a single charge of possession of child pornography. The Platte County inmate roster shows that Simmons was placed on a 24-hour investigative hold immediately following his arrest.

Bond and Restrictions

As of now, Simmons remains detained with a $25,000 cash-only bond set for his release. Should he manage to post bail, court documents specify that he would be prohibited from any form of communication with individuals under the age of 18. Additionally, he would not be allowed to use any devices that can connect to the internet.

Next Steps in Legal Proceedings

As of Saturday, no court dates have been established for Simmons’s case. The legal proceedings are still developing, and further updates are anticipated as the situation unfolds.