Massachusetts police officer charged with child pornography: ‘Possessing images of children being sexually abused’

A local police officer has been busted for allegedly receiving child sexual abuse material Alexander Aiello a cop with the Gloucester Police Department has been charged by the feds with one count of possession of child pornography Aiello was allegedly identified by the feds as a user of dark website which provided a platform for users to download view advertise and distribute child pornography As a law enforcement officer Mr Aiello was entrusted with safeguarding the area and that includes protecting children from exploitation and abuse Instead he allegedly participated in one of the the majority reprehensible forms of exploitation noted Massachusetts U S Attorney Leah Foley This incident underscores our unwavering commitment to combating child exploitation in all its forms Foley added Whether the offender is a private citizen or a society official our mission remains the same to protect children and pursue justice for casualties Law enforcement seized his phone and laptop as well as a USB thumb drive which was located in Aiello s nightstand in his bedroom The feds allegedly ascertained on his laptop an application that provides anonymous web access and access to dark web hidden services Related Articles Massachusetts police detective who tackled alleged court attacker is honored Lives were protected Massachusetts police officer allegedly tampered police reports intimidated a witness Massachusetts police academy leaders suspended amid inappropriate conduct concerns As a police officer Alexander Aiello was sworn to protect and serve but in current times the FBI arrested him for possessing images of children being sexually abused announced James Crowley acting Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Boston Division Those who seek out this despicable material are perpetuating the victimization of innocent children Crowley added That s why the FBI s Child Exploitation Human Trafficking Task Force diligently pursues these cases Protecting kids from this physical and emotional trauma is our priority The charge of receipt of child pornography can lead to a sentence of at least five years and up to years in prison at least five years and up to a lifetime of supervised release and a fine of up to Members of the general who have questions concerns or information regarding this event should call - - or contact USAMA VictimAssistance usdoj gov