Casper Man Charged With 15 Counts of Child Porn Possession

Accused of having secret cellphone with hundreds of graphic child sex abuse images and videos

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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A 61-year-old Casper man on parole for possessing child pornography has been arrested again and charged with 15 counts of sexual exploitation of children. Authorities say he used a secret cellphone to communicate with others online to purchase and receive hundreds of files depicting graphic sexual abuse of infants, toddlers, and young children.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of combating the distribution and possession of child sexual abuse material, even among repeat offenders. It raises concerns about the effectiveness of parole and probation conditions in preventing recidivism among those convicted of these crimes.

The details

According to court documents, Bradley Allen Wilkison used the messaging app Telegram to negotiate the purchase of child pornography files from other users. He allegedly sought out and obtained videos depicting the sexual abuse of infants, toddlers, and young children as old as 12 or 13. Forensic analysis of Wilkison's cellphone, which he was prohibited from having as a condition of his parole, uncovered 332 files of child sexual abuse material, including 219 videos.

  • Wilkison was on parole for a previous child pornography conviction when the new allegations surfaced.
  • He was arrested and charged with 15 counts of sexual exploitation of children in February 2026.

The players

Bradley Allen Wilkison

A 61-year-old Casper, Wyoming resident who was on parole for a previous child pornography conviction when he was arrested and charged with 15 new counts of sexual exploitation of children.

Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation

The state law enforcement agency that conducted the forensic analysis of Wilkison's cellphone and uncovered the child sexual abuse material.

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What’s next

Wilkison remains in jail on $100,000 consecutive bonds for each of the 15 charges. If convicted, he could face up to 150 years in prison and $150,000 in fines.

The takeaway

This case underscores the ongoing challenge of preventing the distribution and possession of child sexual abuse material, even among those previously convicted of such crimes. It raises questions about the effectiveness of parole and probation conditions in deterring recidivism and protecting vulnerable children.