The Salty Soldier has obtained official court documents confirming that Army Specialist Brandon Alexander Clay Storey, 27, is facing legal proceedings in El Paso County, Colorado, following a high-profile sting operation conducted by local child predator watchdog groups.
According to court records, Storey has been charged with Obstructing Government Operations, a Class 2 misdemeanor under Colorado law. The offense allegedly occurred on November 22, 2024, shortly after he was confronted and restrained by members of CPP Women Against Predators (WAP+1P) and Colorado Ped Patrol (CPP) during a live-recorded sting operation.
Case Developments and Protective Orders
A Mandatory Injunctive Protection Order was issued on January 22, 2025, prohibiting Storey from harassing, intimidating, or tampering with any witnesses or victims. The order remains in effect through January 22, 2026.
Court documents list Storey’s residence as the barracks located at 1552 Iron Fighter Drive, Fort Carson, CO. While Army officials have not responded to The Salty Soldier’s inquiries regarding his unit or duty status, his barracks location suggests he may be assigned to 2nd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division (HHC) or the 704th Brigade Support Battalion.
Storey is being represented by a public defender, despite a court note indicating his income exceeds the eligibility limit by over $3,300. The judge approved the appointment based on mitigating financial circumstances presented by the defense.
The next scheduled Pre-Trial Conference is set for June 17, 2025, at 9:15 AM, before Judge Dulce Denise Peacock.
Background: Sting Operation Targeting Online Predators
The charge stems from an online sting operation first publicized on December 3, 2024, by CPP and CPP WAP+1P. The groups allege that Storey engaged in explicit conversations with an adult decoy posing as an 11-year-old child in a teen-focused online community.
According to “Mel,” a member of the CPP WAP+1P team, Storey expressed pride in past abusive behavior during chats and attempted to erase evidence by unfriending the decoy on Facebook. However, the team had already archived screenshots and chat logs.
During the in-person confrontation, Storey allegedly attempted to retrieve his phone from a law enforcement vehicle after it had been confiscated—a move that led to the obstruction charge, according to the arrest report.
CPP members confirmed that the U.S. Army chain of command was informed of the sting in real-time, though the military has yet to issue an official statement regarding Storey’s status or the investigation.
Editor’s Note
All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The Salty Soldier has not independently verified the allegations made by Colorado Ped Patrol or CPP Women Against Predators, beyond reviewing official court documents confirming Storey’s current charge of Obstructing Government Operations.
As of this report, no formal charges related to child exploitation or communications with minors have been filed, based on available public records.
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