MCHENRY, Ill. — Nicolas K. Riener, 24, of McHenry, was arrested on August 6 after police received a tip regarding suspected child pornography activity linked to a local resident.
Riener now faces multiple felony charges including seven counts of possession of child pornography, two additional counts of possession, and five counts of reproducing or distributing child pornography, according to the McHenry Police Department.
Authorities say Riener was involved in uploading and downloading illegal material, prompting the investigation that led to his arrest.
The McHenry Police Department encourages anyone with information to contact their Tip Line or Criminal Investigation Division to assist ongoing efforts to combat these crimes.