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Thomas Murray, a 24-year-old from Broome County, New York, has been indicted for distributing and possessing child pornography. The alleged crimes took place in June 2024, when Murray distributed child porn on a web-based messaging facility on two separate occasions. He was also found to be in possession of child pornography on two different electronic devices. The investigation was sparked by a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) and was carried out by the New York State Police and the FBI.
Murray was arraigned on June 22nd before United States Magistrate Judge Miroslav Lovric and is currently being held on state charges. A trial on the indictment will be scheduled before United States District Court Judge Anthony J. Brindisi. The case highlights the critical role that the NCMEC, FBI, and NY State Police play in identifying and bringing to justice individuals who perpetuate the abuse of children.
The FBI’s Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force was involved in the investigation, which led to the execution of a search warrant at Murray’s residence on April 4, 2025. The search warrant resulted in the discovery of child pornography on Murray’s electronic devices.
First Assistant U.S. Attorney John A. Sarcone III praised the efforts of the NCMEC, FBI, and NY State Police, saying that they have once again played a critical role in bringing an alleged predator into custody. The case serves as a reminder that threats to children are real, persistent, and constantly evolving.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Sex Crimes
- Defendant: New York
- Location: NY
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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