Campus Shocker: Predator Professor’s Vile Secret
On April 30, 2025, Zaid Mashhour Haddad, a UTSA associate professor, was arrested for possessing child pornography, sending shockwaves through the campus. The FBI’s multi-year probe revealed Haddad accessed 181 videos of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) via Telegram, with some depicting minors under 12. Haddad was caught streaming this horrific content on his TV during a 2021 raid. It seems predator professor’s “social justice” advocacy masked a dark double life. UTSA placed him on leave, and he faces up to 20 years in prison due to the involvement of young minors, though simple possession typically carries 0–10 years for first-time offenders. Justice.gov
Predator Haddad’s Deceptions Unraveled
Teaching at UTSA since 2014 after a stint at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Haddad used Telegram and Zoom to access CSAM, including livestreamed abuse. Despite denying he downloaded videos, FBI agents found damning evidence on his phone. The four-year gap between the 2021 raid and his arrest has fueled public frustration, with many questioning why justice took so long. This predator professor’s actions have shattered the trust of students and colleagues, exposing a grim betrayal. KSAT.com
A Growing Digital Plague
Haddad’s case underscores a surging crisis in online child exploitation. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children reported a 20% rise in CSAM cases in 2023, with platforms like Telegram and Zoom exploited by predators. The FBI’s Project Safe Childhood led to Haddad’s arrest, but encrypted apps make tracking such crimes daunting. This predator professor’s reliance on these tools highlights the urgent need for tech companies to act. MissingKids.org
Predator Professor Tests UTSA’s Level of Trust
UTSA’s investigation found no misuse of university resources, but the scandal has rocked the community. Reddit threads buzzed with students’ shock as news broke. The university pledges full cooperation with the FBI. If convicted, Haddad could also face a $250,000 fine, and sex offender registration—penalties reflecting the gravity of his alleged crimes. The case has sparked demands for tighter vetting of educators. Paisano-Online.com
Demanding Accountability
Zaid Haddad’s arrest as a predator professor exposes a sickening hypocrisy. Hiding behind academic prestige, he allegedly consumed CSAM, betraying UTSA’s values. As online exploitation grows, his case demands action from universities and tech platforms. With penalties of up to 20 years for his charges, justice looms. How can academia root out such predators before they harm? Expressnews.com
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