A months-long investigation by the Newport Police Department and the Department of Homeland Security’s Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) culminated Thursday in the arrest of a Newport resident suspected of possessing child pornography, officials announced.
Detectives, working in collaboration with federal agents, executed a search warrant at a local residence on December 5, uncovering evidence that led to the arrest of Ryan McElwee, 23. Authorities allege that McElwee was in possession of child porn.
McElwee was arraigned the same day in Second Division District Court, where he appeared before Judge Houlihan. He was released on $5,000 personal recognizance.
The investigation into McElwee’s alleged activities is ongoing, and it is unclear whether additional charges will be filed.
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