Vice president of Bikers Against Child Abuse charged with sex crimes against children

AMHERST, N.Y. (TCN) — A prominent critic of child abuse stands accused of committing sex crimes against minors.

New York State Police announced April 9 that authorities arrested 49-year-old John Todaro on charges of promoting a sexual performance by a child and possessing a sexual performance by a child.

The Bureau of Criminal Investigation worked with the Troop A Computer Crimes Unit and determined Todaro allegedly had child pornography in his possession and was distributing it. Todaro is reportedly the vice president and an active member of the Buffalo Chapter of Bikers Against Child Abuse. According to the organization’s website, their mission is to “create a safer environment for abused children” and “to empower children to not feel afraid of the world in which they live.”

Todaro would reportedly “have had opportunities to be around children and child victims.”

Todaro appeared in court for his arraignment and was released. He is set to return to court in May.

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