Ryan Mowrey, a 38-year-old resident of Caroga Lake, New York, has been ordered detained following charges of distributing child pornography. The announcement was made by Acting United States Attorney John A. Sarcone III and Craig L. Tremaroli, Special Agent in Charge of the Albany Field Office for the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
According to the criminal complaint, in June 2025 Mowrey communicated with an adult whom he believed could facilitate sexual activity with an 11-year-old girl. Plans were initially made to meet in late April 2025, but after rescheduling, contact ceased until May 6, when Mowrey resumed communication and sent a video containing child pornography as evidence that he could be trusted. Authorities emphasized that these are accusations and that Mowrey is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Acting United States Attorney Sarcone stated: “As alleged, Mowrey sent child pornography to someone he believed had access to an 11-year-old girl. At least several times per week we charge someone engaging in this kind of despicable crime. We will not stop until we have rid our communities of people who have a sexual interest in children.”
FBI Special Agent in Charge Tremaroli stated: “As alleged, Mr. Mowrey engaged in predatory behavior targeting children and is now facing serious federal charges. The FBI will continue to aggressively investigate these disturbing individuals and ensure they are brought to justice for their heinous crimes.”
If convicted, Mowrey faces up to 40 years in prison with a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years, fines up to $250,000, and supervised release ranging from at least five years up to life. Sentencing would be determined by a judge according to federal statutes and guidelines.
The investigation is being led by the FBI and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Alexander Wentworth-Ping.
Project Safe Childhood is leading efforts nationwide against child sexual exploitation online by coordinating resources among federal, state, and local agencies to find offenders and rescue victims. More information about Project Safe Childhood can be found at https://www.justice.gov/psc.
