Repeat Sex Offenders Sentenced to 22 Years in San Diego, Duluth for Child Abuse

Two men have been sentenced to nearly 22 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting and abusing minors. Eric Jin from San Diego coerced a 14-year-old girl into sending explicit photos and carving his name into her leg, actions that deeply harmed the victim, now 17, as noted by the sentencing judge. Dillon Alvan Reyna of Duluth, Minnesota, targeted a vulnerable girl under 16, coercing her into sex over several months using gifts, rides, and physical force, while secretly recording the assaults; Reyna had a prior sexual misconduct conviction and attempted to cover up his crimes by instructing the victim and an associate to lie and delete social media accounts. Authorities and prosecutors emphasized the severity and reprehensibility of these offenses, highlighting a disturbing trend of men exploiting children and pledging full federal prosecution to protect communities. Both cases involved federal investigations and court actions that underscored the lasting trauma inflicted on the victims and the communities’ commitment to justice. Reyna’s sentencing also included a subsequent 15-year supervised release period following his prison term.