Easton Man Charged With 10 Counts of Possession Of Child Pornography

Easton, Talbot County, Maryland. - Investigators with the Maryland State Police Criminal Enforcement Division, Upper Shore Region, with the assistance of MSP road patrol Troopers, have charged 26 year old Donald Fuller of Easton, MD with 10 counts of possession of child pornography.

The investigation started when ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) investigators noticed a subject downloading known videos of child pornography via a peer-to-peer network. Investigators were able to determine what residence had downloaded the child pornography and a search and seizure warrant was executed on the residence. Investigators seized numerous electronics and a forensic examination was completed showing numerous images/videos of child pornography. Investigators were able to determine Donald Fuller was the suspect involved and admitted to doing so during an interview. Fuller was taken before a Talbot County Commissioner who released him pending trial. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty.

The Maryland State Police Criminal Enforcement Division, Upper Shore Region, is comprised of investigators assigned to the region. The region consists of Kent, Queen Anne's, Talbot, Caroline and Dorchester Counties. Troopers assigned to the unit investigate the most serious and/or time consuming crimes while also providing investigative support to allied agencies in and throughout this area.

CED Upper Shore is a member of the Maryland Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC). The Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program (ICAC) helps state and local law enforcement agencies develop an effective response to technology-facilitated child sexual exploitation and Internet crimes against children. This support encompasses forensic and investigative components, training and technical assistance, victim services, prevention and community education.