BUFFALO – Steven Fetterman, 36, of Jamestown, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Lawrence J. Vilardo to possession of child pornography.

The charge carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Jonathan P. Cantil, who is handling the case, stated that on Nov. 19, 2015, Fetterman possessed 1,720 videos and 13,838 images of child pornography. Approximately 44 videos and 95 images involved prepubescent minors or minors under the age of 12, as well as depictions of violence.

Fetterman previously engaged in a pattern of activity involving the sexual abuse or exploitation of a minor. In 2000, the defendant forced Victim 1, a minor, to engage in oral sex. Also, between 2001 and 2003, the defendant attempted to fondle Victim 2.

The plea is the result of an investigation by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations, under the direction of Special Agent-in-Charge Kevin Kelly.

Sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 30 at 9 a.m. before Judge Vilardo.