On May 18, 2026, David Hanggie was sentenced to 25 years to life in state prison after accepting a court offer in a child exploitation case investigated by the Newport Beach Police Department.
Hanggie was initially arrested in 2025 for child annoyance related to grooming-type behavior. During the investigation, NBPD detectives identified additional victims, expanding the scope of the case.
The investigation highlights the importance of thorough follow-up in crimes involving the exploitation of minors and the identification of additional victims when new information becomes available…