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FEDS: 5 years in prison for Wellsville man guilty of possession of child abuse material

Ronald Chapman III had horrible images and videos on his cell phone

From the U.S Attorney Michael DiGiacomo,

BUFFALO, N.Y.–U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Ronald J. Chapman, III, 42, of Wellsville, NY, who was convicted of possession of child pornography involving prepubescent minors, was sentenced to serve 60 months in prison by U.S. District Judge John L. Sinatra, Jr.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Charles M. Kruly, who handled the case, stated that between May and November 30, 2023, Chapman possessed a cellular telephone, which contained approximately 45 images and videos of child pornography. The images included depictions of toddlers and prepubescent minors.

The sentencing is the result of an investigation by the New York State Police, under the direction of Major Amie Feroleto.

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