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Cranston Today
By the People, for the People
Cranston Man Arrested on Child Pornography Charge
Timothy M. Nabozny, 45, faces bail and restrictions after Wickford arrest.
Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:48am
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A recent arrest for child pornography possession highlights law enforcement's ongoing battle against digital exploitation of minors.Cranston TodayA 45-year-old Cranston man named Timothy M. Nabozny was arrested on April 9, 2026 and charged with possession of child pornography. Nabozny was taken into custody by the Computer Crimes Unit/Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and processed at the Wickford Barracks before being arraigned in Third Division District Court, where bail was set at $5,000 with surety and special conditions.
Why it matters
Crimes involving the exploitation of minors are a serious concern for law enforcement and the community. This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts to combat the distribution and possession of child pornography, which can have devastating impacts on victims.
The details
According to authorities, Nabozny was arrested and charged with possession of child pornography following an investigation by the Computer Crimes Unit/Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. He was processed at the Wickford Barracks and then arraigned before Magistrate Joseph P. Ippolito, who set bail at $5,000 with surety and imposed special conditions, including no unsupervised contact with minors and limited internet access.
- Nabozny was arrested on April 9, 2026.
- He was arraigned on the same day, April 9, 2026.
The players
Timothy M. Nabozny
A 45-year-old Cranston resident who was arrested and charged with possession of child pornography.
Computer Crimes Unit/Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
The law enforcement unit that conducted the investigation and made the arrest.
Magistrate Joseph P. Ippolito
The judge who arraigned Nabozny and set bail with special conditions.
What’s next
Nabozny will remain in custody as a Superior Court violator while the case proceeds through the judicial system.
The takeaway
This arrest underscores the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to identify and apprehend individuals involved in the possession and distribution of child pornography, which remains a serious problem that requires vigilance and a strong response from the criminal justice system.
