Fitness influencer from Palm Springs arrested in Buffalo after child exploitation investigation

BUFFALO, New York (KESQ) - A fitness influencer from Palm Springs was arrested in Buffalo, New York, after an investigation into child exploitation.

Jacob A. Hanes, 24, was charged with Promoting an Obscene Sexual Performance by a Child, Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument, and Endangering the Welfare of a Child.

According to the New York State Police Department, investigators determined that Hanes had communicated electronically with a juvenile and requested sexually explicit images and videos while knowing the victim was under the age of 17.

Investigators further determined that Hanes was in possession of a forged New York State identification card at the time of his arrest.

Hanes was located and taken into custody in Buffalo, New York, while visiting the area. He is scheduled to be transported to the Steuben County Jail for centralized arraignment.