Pinal County Sheriff’s Office are searching for a man who they say poses an imminent and dangerous threat to children.

Sheriff officials are asking the public to be on the lookout for 39-year-old James Ibach, who allegedly had “hundreds of child sexual abuse material” at his residence.

On Thursday, PCSO’s Internet Crimes Against Children unit executed a search warrant at Ibach’s residence after receiving an emergency report.

Officials believe Ibach was informed of the investigation and fled his residence before PCSO officials arrived.

It has been reported that multiple devices owned by Ibach allegedly contained hundreds of child sexual abuse material.

Officials believe Ibach poses a dangerous threat to children. If he is seen, officials are warning do not make contact with or approach him. Please call PCSO immediately at 520-866-5111.