Colchester Resident Charged with Voyeurism and Child Sexual Abuse Material Possession

Rielly Wright-Quesnel, 23, faces multiple charges following investigation by Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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The Vermont Attorney General's Office announced that Rielly Wright-Quesnel, 23, of Colchester, Vermont, was arraigned last week on two misdemeanor counts of voyeurism, one felony count of possession of child sexual abuse material, and one felony count of promoting a recording of sexual conduct. The charges are the result of an investigation conducted by the Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (VT-ICAC).

Why it matters

The case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat the exploitation of children online and the serious legal consequences for those found guilty of such crimes. It also underscores the importance of public awareness and reporting of suspected online child exploitation to organizations like the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

The details

Mr. Wright-Quesnel pleaded not guilty at the arraignment held on February 17, 2026, in Vermont Superior Court. The Court ordered conditions of release limiting his contact with minors, prohibiting him from accessing or loitering in places where children congregate, prohibiting him from entering the residence or property of any non-family minors, and limiting the scope of his internet access.

  • Mr. Wright-Quesnel was arraigned on February 17, 2026.

The players

Rielly Wright-Quesnel

A 23-year-old resident of Colchester, Vermont, who was charged with two misdemeanor counts of voyeurism, one felony count of possession of child sexual abuse material, and one felony count of promoting a recording of sexual conduct.

Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (VT-ICAC)

A law enforcement task force that investigates cases of child sexual exploitation occurring over the internet, including the production and online distribution of child sexual abuse materials.

Judge Robert Katims

The Vermont Superior Court judge who presided over Rielly Wright-Quesnel's arraignment and ordered conditions of his release.

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)

The nation's centralized reporting system for the online exploitation of children, which provides support and resources for those recovering from child sexual exploitation.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Rielly Wright-Quesnel to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement and organizations like the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children to combat the exploitation of children online. It underscores the importance of public awareness and reporting of suspected online child exploitation to help protect vulnerable youth.