Dr. Calvin Eriksen, a 47-year-old surgeon from Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to six years in federal prison for distributing child pornography. The sentencing took place on January 29, 2026, before United States District Judge Brett H. Ludwig.
The investigation began after four CyberTips were sent to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) regarding Kik online platform accounts involved in receiving and distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). These tips led law enforcement to search Dr. Eriksen’s home and workplace, where they found CSAM that included images depicting the abuse of infants and toddlers.
Investigators also discovered that Eriksen had communicated online with an undercover law enforcement agent posing as the mother of an eight-year-old girl. During these conversations, Eriksen expressed interest in sexually assaulting the supposed child and sent a naked photo of himself.
At sentencing, Judge Ludwig stated that Eriksen’s actions were “disturbing” and contributed to a market that perpetuates child abuse. After serving his prison sentence, Eriksen will be under supervised release for seven years and must register as a sex offender according to state and federal laws.
United States Attorney Brad Schimel commented on the case: “We have no higher priority in the criminal justice system than to protect children, and we will continue to devote substantial resources to catching and punishing those who steal their innocence. This case demonstrates the troubling reality that people who prey on children for sexual gratification can come from all walks of life.”
Chief Christopher Garcia of the Brookfield Police Department said: “This case is a disturbing example of criminal conduct that scars children for life and compromises the feeling of safety and security that all parents, families and communities deserve to enjoy.”
He added: “The City of Brookfield Police Department is thankful for the efforts of Homeland Security Investigations and the United States Attorney’s Office. I am proud to have such outstanding criminal justice partners who are committed to protecting our children and holding people accountable for such egregious crimes.”
The investigation was conducted by Homeland Security Investigations offices in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, West Palm Beach, Florida, along with the City of Brookfield Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney Megan J. Thomas prosecuted the case.
This prosecution falls under Project Safe Childhood—a national initiative launched by the U.S. Department of Justice in May 2006 aimed at combating child sexual exploitation through coordinated efforts among federal, state, and local agencies. More information about Project Safe Childhood can be found at www.projectsafechildhood.gov.
