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Nyack man arrested in undercover online predator sting


NYACK, NY – Robert Fidler, 66, of Nyack, New York, was arrested on charges of attempting to distribute indecent material to a minor and endangering the welfare of a child, according to an announcement from Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. According to .Walsh II, the arrest followed an undercover operation by the Rockland County District Attorney's Office Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.

From April 30th to September 1st, Fidler conducted online conversations with an undercover agent who posed as a thirteen-year-old and a fourteen-year-old woman. During these conversations, Fidler allegedly attempted to arrange meetings with the girls and described possible sexual contact.

District Attorney Walsh said the arrest highlights the ongoing risk posed by individuals who use the Internet to target minors. He warned potential offenders that such actions would result in significant legal consequences and reiterated his office's commitment to protecting children.

The investigation involved multiple agencies, including the Homeland Security Investigations (NY), Clarkstown Police Department, Orangetown Police Department, and Town of Ramapo Police Department. Fidler was arraigned in the Town of Ramapo Justice Court by Judge Schoenberger on Tuesday.

  • Nyack Man Arrested in Undercover Online Predator Sting

    NYACK, NY - Robert Fidler, 66, of Nyack, New York, was arrested on charges of attempting to distribute indecent material to a minor and endangering the welfare of a child, according to an announcement from Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. According to .Walsh II, the arrest followed an undercover operation by the Rockland County District Attorney's Office Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.

    From April 30th to September 1st, Fidler conducted online conversations with an undercover agent who posed as a thirteen-year-old and a fourteen-year-old woman. During these conversations, Fidler allegedly attempted to arrange meetings with the girls and described possible sexual contact.

    District Attorney Walsh said the arrest highlights the ongoing risk posed by individuals who use the Internet to target minors. He warned potential offenders that such actions would result in significant legal consequences and reiterated his office's commitment to protecting children.

    Multiple agencies were involved in the investigation, including Homeland Security Investigations (NY), Clarkstown Police Department, Orangetown Police Department and the Town of Ramapo Police Department. Fidler was arraigned Tuesday in Ramapo City Magistrate Court by Judge Schoenberger.

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