Village of Horseheads firefighter arrested after child exploitation investigation
Alexander W. Lowman, 27, was arrested on Tuesday, May 27, on the charges of promoting a sexual performance by a child (class D felony) and possessing a sexual performance by a child (class E felony), as stated in a release from the New York State Police.
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Officials say Lowman was charged with the crimes after an investigation conducted by the State Police Horseheads Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Troop E Computer Crimes Unit (CCU), Troop E Forensic Investigation Unit, State Police Horseheads Uniform Force and the Village of Horseheads Police Department after receiving a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
As a part of the investigation, officials say state police executed a search warrant on April 18 at a home on Tifft Ave in the Village of Horseheads. At this time, officials say that numerous electronic devices were taken for forensic examination by the CCU.
As a result, Lowman was arrested on the aforementioned charges and processed in court. He was then released pending further court action.
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Before his arrest, Lowman served as a volunteer with the Village of Horseheads Fire Department. In September of 2022, Lowman was recognized as Firefighter of the Year by the Horseheads Kiwanis Club, according to a Facebook post on the fire department's page.
In response to his arrest, the Village of Horseheads Mayor Kevin Adams released the following statement:
The Village of Horseheads has been informed of the arrest of a volunteer fire department member on serious criminal charges. Effective immediately, the individual has been suspended from all duties pending the outcome of the investigation.
The Village takes these allegations seriously. We cooperate fully with the appropriate law enforcement agencies and will continue monitoring the situation closely.
We emphasize that the actions of one individual do not reflect the integrity and commitment of our entire fire service. The Village of Horseheads deeply values the dedication and selflessness of our volunteer firefighters. Their service to our community is essential, and we remain grateful for their continued professionalism and sacrifice.
Kevin D. Adams, Mayor of the Village of Horseheads
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