Vt Man Charged with Possessing Child Pornography

A shocking discovery has been made in Vermont, where a local man has been charged with possessing child pornography. Shane Allen Edgerly, 42, of Milton and Fairfield, Vermont, was arraigned yesterday in U.S. District Court in Burlington on a charge of possessing child pornography.

According to a Criminal Complaint filed October 4, 2018, a search warrant was executed that day at Edgerly’s residence after an investigation by Homeland Security Investigations. During the search, images of child pornography were seized. The investigation was conducted by HSI, assisted by Vermont’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.

At an appearance in federal court last week, Edgerly was detained based largely upon his prior record in the State of Vermont. Yesterday a federal Grand Jury passed down an indictment alleging his possession of child pornography. The indictment, and the prior criminal complaint, are accusations only and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Edgerly is represented by Steven Barth of the Federal Public Defender’s Office, while the United States is represented by Assistant U.S. Attorney William Darrow. The case is a stark reminder of the importance of protecting our children from exploitation and abuse.

The investigation into Edgerly’s activities is ongoing, and it is unclear at this time what specific actions led to the discovery of the child pornography. However, it is clear that the actions of individuals like Edgerly can have devastating consequences for the victims of child exploitation.

The people of Vermont demand justice for the victims of child pornography, and it is up to our law enforcement agencies to ensure that those responsible are held accountable. The case against Edgerly is a critical step in that process.

As this case continues to unfold, the Grimy Times will provide updates and information on the investigation and any subsequent developments.