William Michael Haslach, a former employee of Independent School District #622 and ISD #834, has been charged with multiple counts related to child pornography and the production of obscene visual representations of child sexual abuse. Acting U.S. Attorney Lisa D. Kirkpatrick announced the charges, which include five counts each of receipt and possession of child pornography and one count of producing an obscene visual representation.
Haslach, 30, held various positions in these districts from August 2021 until January 2025. He served as a lunch monitor, traffic guard, paraprofessional, and youth summer programs assistant. During his tenure, he allegedly took non-explicit photos of children in his care and used AI technology to morph these images into explicit content.
Acting U.S. Attorney Kirkpatrick emphasized the priority of prosecuting such cases in Minnesota: “Prosecuting the predators who walk amongst us—in our neighborhoods, our communities, and particularly in our schools—will always be the top priority in the District of Minnesota.”
Special Agent Matthew Cybert from the U.S. Secret Service highlighted the collaborative efforts among law enforcement agencies to protect children: “Every child is entitled to a secure upbringing, and this case highlights the powerful collaboration among local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies in their mission to safeguard them.”
Haslach appeared before Judge Tony N. Leung in U.S. District Court for his initial hearing and remains in custody pending a formal detention hearing scheduled for March 3 before Judge Douglas L. Micko.
Authorities are investigating potential additional victims connected to this case. Parents whose children have had contact with Haslach are urged to report any concerns via Minnesota BCA’s Tip Line or email.
The investigation was part of Project Safe Childhood by the Department of Justice aiming to combat child sexual exploitation nationwide since May 2006.
The United States Secret Service conducted this investigation alongside other agencies like Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and Maplewood Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Carla J. Baumel is handling prosecution duties.
It is important to note that an indictment represents only an allegation; Haslach is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt.