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Buffalo photographer arrested and charged with possessing child porn

Delshawn K. Trueheart, 43, was arrested and charged with possession of child pornography.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — A Buffalo photographer is accused of possessing child pornography.

Delshawn K. Trueheart, 43, was arrested and charged with possession of child pornography.

"Obviously because of his role as a photographer, this raises concerns. He had a studio on East Delavan, and our investigation is on-going" U.S. Attorney James Kennedy said.

Investigators say a victim reported to Buffalo Police this month that Trueheart had a sexual relationship with her when she was between 15 to 17 years of age.

The victim told investigators she had sexual relations with Trueheart at his home and photography studio, which is located on East Delavan Avenue. Trueheart allegedly took nude photos of the victim and recorded them having sexual intercourse. 

Police searched Trueheart's residence and studio and found video of the victim when she was 16 engaged in sexual intercourse. 

"If there's any other potential victims out there we would encourage them to come forward with information" said Kennedy.

Trueheart is scheduled to appear in court Wednesday afternoon. 

If convicted, Trueheart could face up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

You can read the criminal complaint below.  

WARNING: The complaint contains explicit content. 

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