Gerald Polombo, 65, of Nashua, was arrested on March 19 on a felony warrant for the alleged distribution of child sexual abuse images. Courtesy photo/Nashua Police Department

NASHUA – Gerald Polombo, 65, of Nashua, was taken into custody on March 19 on a felony warrant for the alleged distribution of child sexual abuse images.

According to the Nashua Police Department, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children alerted officers about children who were being exploited online.

Polombo was identified as a suspect during the investigation. Detectives also seized Polombo’s electronic devices and reportedly found enough incriminating evidence to place him under arrest.

He has been charged with three counts of distribution of child sexual abuse images and three counts of possession of child sexual abuse images.

Under state law, if convicted, Polombo could face up to 105 years in prison, up to 15 years of probation and up to $12,000 in fines.

Polombo was held without bail and was scheduled to be arraigned in Nashua District Court on March 20.