South Florida Hero or Hidden Predator? Firefighter Busted After Google Alert Exposes Alleged Child Porn

A trusted firefighter with two decades of service is now at the center of a horrifying criminal investigation. Boca Raton’s own Alejandro Fernández Callegari, 51, has been arrested and charged after authorities say he uploaded explicit child sexual abuse material to the internet. Once seen as a hometown hero, Callegari is now being held on felony charges that have rocked the community and triggered a federal-level investigation.

The arrest has sent shockwaves through South Florida, with residents stunned that someone in such a respected position could be accused of something so serious.

How the Investigation Started

The case began nearly two years ago, in September 2023, when Google flagged disturbing activity linked to a specific account. They alerted the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), who then tipped off law enforcement.

According to investigators, the user had uploaded graphic material involving children aged as young as 3, 8, and 10. The Internet Crimes Against Children Unit launched a joint investigation with the Broward Sheriff’s Office and traced the digital evidence back to Callegari’s personal accounts.

After months of tracking, police secured a search warrant and located him at a home in Miami-Dade County, where they arrested him on June 19, 2025. Authorities said Callegari chose not to speak when taken into custody.

The Charges and What They Mean

Callegari is now facing two third-degree felony charges for possession of sexual performance by a child. If convicted, he could face up to 10 years in prison per count, along with lifelong registration as a sex offender.

He’s being held on a $5,000 bond, and his case is currently under review by the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office.

His Career Before the Arrest

Callegari had been with the Boca Raton Fire Rescue Department since 2005, serving as a firefighter/driver. He was seen by many as a reliable first responder who had helped save lives. But his record wasn’t spotless.

In 2015, Callegari was disciplined after pleading guilty to misusing his official badge and committing theft. He received a 240-hour suspension but kept his job after the incident.

Now, that decision is being scrutinized by the public.

What Officials Are Saying

After the arrest, the City of Boca Raton placed Callegari on administrative leave and released a statement saying:

“These are very serious and disturbing allegations that do not reflect the values of our Fire Rescue Department or our city as a whole.”

Officials also confirmed they are cooperating with law enforcement and conducting an internal review to determine if Callegari had access to city systems or resources during the time of the crime.

Why This Story Matters

This case is a wake-up call about how people in positions of public trust can sometimes hide dangerous secrets. It also highlights the crucial role that tech companies, child safety watchdogs, and cybercrime units play in tracking and catching predators online.

It raises tough questions: How did someone with a past disciplinary record stay in a sensitive job? And what can be done to prevent future abuses?