Investigation Leads To Child Exploitation, Sexual Abuse Charges Against Orange County Man

GREENWOOD LAKE, NY — An Orange County man has been arrested in a case involving horrific crimes against a child.

Greenwood Lake police have arrested Matthew T. Morton following what the department described as a comprehensive criminal investigation into allegations involving the sexual exploitation and sexual abuse of a child. According to the Greenwood Lake Police Department, the incidents took place in the Village of Greenwood Lake between April 20, 2026, and April 23, 2026.

That investigation was conducted by the Greenwood Lake Police Department along with Orange County District Attorney investigators and the Orange County Child Abuse Task Force.

Morton was charged with possessing a sexual performance by a child, use of a child in a sexual performance, sexual abuse in the third degree and endangering the welfare of a child.

Morton was arraigned in the Village of Greenwood Lake Justice Court and remanded to the Orange County Jail pending further court proceedings, according to the department.

"The protection of children remains one of the Greenwood Lake Police Department's highest priorities." Chief Adam Eirand said in a statement. "Crimes involving the exploitation and abuse of children are among the most serious offenses investigated by law enforcement.We remain steadfast in our commitment to conducting thorough investigations, supporting victims, and holding offenders accountable under the law."

The chief thanked the Orange County District Attorney's Office, Assistant District Attorney Christine Maggiore, Orange County District Attorney Investigators, and the Orange County Child Abuse Task Force for their "partnership, collaboration, and commitment throughout" the investigation.

He also singled out one of his investigators for his work on the difficult case

"I want to recognize Sergeant Jason Dwyer for his exceptional investigative work and professionalism throughout this investigation," the chief said.