An Atlantic Highlands man was arrested Thursday on child pornography and related charges after an investigation revealed that he allegedly possessed and distributed images and videos depicting the sexual exploitation/abuse of a child, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher Gramiccioni announced.

Brian Foley, 60, of 45 Asbury Avenue in Atlantic Highlands, was arrested on Thursday, July 26, and charged with: one count of second-degree endangering the welfare of a child (distribution), and one count of second-degree endangering the welfare of a child (possession).

The state’s investigation and initial forensic examination of the Foley’s devices revealed evidence that the defendant has possessed and distributed images and videos which depict the sexual exploitation and abuse of a child.

If convicted of second-degree endangering the welfare of a child (distribution), Foley faces five to 10 years in a New Jersey state prison. If convicted of second-degree endangering the welfare of a child (possession), Foley faces five to 10 years. Should Foley be convicted of either crime, he will be subject to the provisions of Megan’s Law and potentially to parole supervision for life.

— Edited press release from the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office