Overview
- Hugh McEleney, 63, of the Medford Fire Department, was arrested Monday night following a multi-agency investigation.
- Prosecutors allege he communicated with and sent images to someone he believed was a girl younger than 15.
- He is scheduled to be arraigned Tuesday in Somerville District Court on a felony count of dissemination of matter harmful to minors.
- Authorities say a federal task force identified McEleney earlier this month, and officials have not indicated whether federal charges are expected.
- Medford Police and the Middlesex County District Attorney’s Office say the investigation continues, and it was not immediately clear if McEleney has an attorney.