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Port Chester Man Faces Serious Charges Over Disturbing Child Abuse Videos
Serious Allegations Surface in Westchester County
On June 26, 2026, Christopher Mendoza, a 21-year-old resident of Port Chester, New York, was charged with two felonies, as announced by Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace. The charges stem from disturbing allegations involving child sexual abuse material.
Mendoza was arraigned on Wednesday, facing accusations of Promoting an Obscene Sexual Performance by a Child, classified as a class D felony, and Possessing an Obscene Sexual Performance by a Child, a class E felony. Following the arraignment, Mendoza was released on his own recognizance, awaiting further court proceedings.
Details of the Charges
The felony complaint reveals that Mendoza allegedly shared a video on Snapchat, depicting an adult male sexually abusing a young girl, estimated to be between 7 and 10 years old, on February 5, 2025. Additionally, on January 30, 2026, he reportedly possessed another video file showing a nude female child in a sexual context.
This case is being rigorously investigated by the Hi-Technology Crime Squad of the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office. They are joined by the New York State Police, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, and the New York State Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
District Attorney's Stand
District Attorney Susan Cacace underlined the commitment of her office to battling such heinous crimes. She stated, "Our investigators work tirelessly with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and the New York State Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force to identify and apprehend individuals like Christopher Mendoza who promote this obscene material. We will continue to aggressively pursue anyone who attempts to exploit the most vulnerable members of society, our children."
The prosecution of this case is being managed by Michael Delohery, the Chief of the Cyber Crimes Bureau. His team is ensuring that justice is pursued with diligence and precision.
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