Maine Registered Sex Offender Charged by the FBI

An Aroostook County man, who allegedly used social media to solicit sex from minors, was arrested as part of a multi-state FBI operation.

Maine Registered Sex Offender Faces New Charges After an FBI Sting

Joseph A. Maile, of Presque Isle, is charged by criminal complaint for allegedly attempting to sex traffic a child and for enticement of a minor. FBI officials say he is accused of using social media accounts to offer various minors money to engage in sex acts with him.

Maile is a 10-year registrant on the Maine Sex Offender Registry for unlawful sexual contact.

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The FBI's Multi-State Operation Netted 205 Arrests, Including a Man From Maine

Operation Restore Justice was a five-day, sweeping FBI initiative to protect children by identifying, tracking, and arresting child sex predators across the country. All fifty-five field offices participated in the operation in recognition of April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

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As part of the operation, 205 suspects were charged, and officials rescued 115 children across the country. Officials say the people arrested in this sting included law enforcement, military members, teachers, and others.

Information About Possible Crimes Against Children Can Be Reported to the FBI

Anyone who has information about suspected crimes against a child is urged to call 911, local law enforcement, or 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324). Tips can also be reported to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).

List of Missing Persons Cases in Maine

There are 36 people currently listed as missing here in Maine by the state police as of April 2025. If you recognize or have any information on the people listed here, please contact the police.

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