William Watts, Sr.
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Service Record
| Agency | Philadelphia Pennsylvania Police Department |
| Rank | Officer |
| Dates of Service | 1989-2021[1] |
| Last Known Status | Suspended |
Incident Reports
2021 Child Pornography
On October 20, 2021, Philadelphia Pennsylvania Police Department Officer William Watts, Sr. was found to have used the internet to download images of children being sexually abused.[1]
Department Response
The Philadelphia Police Commissioner plans to suspend Watts for 30 days with the intent to dismiss him afterwards.[1]
Legal Action
On October 20, 2021, Watts was arrested and charged with transportation and possession of child pornography. If convicted, Watts faces a maximum possible sentence of 40 years in prison.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Philadelphia Police officer arrested on child pornography charges, FOX 29, 2021-10-21
