A CT sex offender possessed more 100 child pornography images. She was on probation at the time.
A Connecticut sex offender pleaded guilty this week to possessing child pornography while on probation for a child sex assault conviction, federal officials said.
Sheldon Thomson, 35, who last resided in Norwich, waived her right to be indicted and pleaded guilty in New Haven federal court, according to the U.S. Attorney’s office.
According to court records, Thomson, who now identifies as female, was convicted in state court of first-degree sexual assault involving sexual intercourse with a child under the age of 13 and of risk of injury to a child in 2007.
Thomson was released from prison in November 2015 and began serving probation. In May 2022, Thomson’s probation officer reportedly seized multiple cellphones, a tablet and a storage card from Thomson, her vehicle and her home, court records said. An analysis of the devices revealed more than 100 images and videos depicting the sexual abuse of children, according to court records.
Thomson’s sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 23, 2024. She faces a maximum of 20 years in prison. Given Thomson’s prior convictions, the penalties in this case are enhanced, the U.S. Attorney’s office said.
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