United States Attorney Joshua S. Levy | U.S. Department of Justice
A West Bridgewater man has admitted guilt in a case involving child pornography charges. Juan Levano, aged 24, pleaded guilty to charges of receiving and possessing child pornography. U.S. District Court Judge Richard G. Stearns has set the sentencing date for March 12, 2025.
The investigation traced Levano's involvement with an online communication platform used for distributing child pornography. Authorities identified him as a participant in groups sharing such material. He rented a room at a residence registered as a residential daycare, but both he and the owner denied any professional association or contact with children there. During a search of the property, electronic devices belonging to Levano were confiscated.
Levano acknowledged his membership in several groups on the chat application that exchanged child pornography. Examination of his phone revealed participation in active groups containing illicit content involving minors from infancy to 13 years old. Over 100 files depicting child pornography were found stored on his device.
The charge of receipt of child pornography carries a potential sentence ranging from five to 20 years in prison, alongside possible fines up to $250,000 and supervised release extending up to life. Possession charges may result in similar penalties. Sentencing decisions are guided by federal guidelines and statutes.
United States Attorney Joshua S. Levy and Michael J. Krol, Special Agent in Charge of Homeland Security Investigations New England, announced the case's developments today, acknowledging support from the West Bridgewater Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Jessica L. Soto is handling prosecution duties.
This case aligns with Project Safe Childhood efforts—a nationwide initiative launched by the Department of Justice in May 2006—to address growing concerns over child sexual exploitation and abuse through coordinated federal and local action.
Public inquiries regarding this matter can be directed to 617-748-3274.
For more details on Project Safe Childhood, visit https://www.justice.gov/psc.
