20/06/2026
Derry Man Arrested on Felony Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
DERRY, NH — A Derry resident was arrested Monday evening following a multi-agency investigation into the possession and manufacturing of child sexual abuse material.
Ryan J. Moulton, 27, of 8 Fairway Drive, was taken into custody by the Derry Police Department at approximately 7:25 p.m. on June 15, 2026.
Moulton faces two severe charges under New Hampshire state law:
Manufacturing Child Sexual Abuse Images (Class A Felony)
Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Images (Class A Felony)
Cyber-Tip Sparks Multi-Agency Investigation
The investigation began after the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force received a cyber-tip regarding illicit online activity. The Derry Police Department, an active member of the task force, spearheaded the local investigation.
Due to the digital scope of the case, Derry detectives received significant mutual aid from several regional law enforcement agencies. Assisting ICAC members included:
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Department
Nashua Police Department
Salem Police Department
Merrimack County Sheriff's Department
Hillsboro Police Department
Court Appearance and Bail Status
Following his arrest, Moulton was initially held without bail at the Rockingham County Jail, in accordance with state statutory requirements for these offenses.
He was arraigned on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at the 10th Circuit – District Division Court in Derry, where a judge subsequently set his bail at $500 cash.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities emphasize that this remains an active and ongoing investigation. The Derry Police Department requests that anyone with additional information regarding this case or related activity contact them immediately at 603-432-6111.
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