Skowhegan town manager, 32-year-old Nicholas Nadeau of Winslow, had been under investigation for sexual exploitation before he died.
Officials say investigators identified evidence consistent with sexual exploitation offenses. Due to the death of Nadeau, the case has been closed.
The Maine State Police Special Victims Unit initiated an investigation earlier this month after receiving a direct report from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The tip originated from a 14-year-old girl in Florida who reported inappropriate online communication with an adult male. The investigation involved 32-year-old Nicholas Nadeau of Winslow, Maine, who is now deceased. At the time of his death, the investigation was in its preliminary stages. During that early phase, investigators identified evidence consistent with sexual exploitation offenses. Due to the death of Nadeau, the case has been closed, and no charges will be filed. Investigative resources will be focused on other active cases.
#BREAKING: Police say the Skowhegan town manager had been under investigation for sexual exploitation offenses before he died. https://t.co/czcmR2aQFz
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