Therapist pleads guilty to child porn charges

Renee Hoberman has pleaded guilty to distributing violent child pornography in Long Island.

Long Island child therapist admits guilt in child pornography case

Renee Hoberman, a 37-year-old child therapist from Long Island, pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of distributing child pornography. She shared videos depicting horrific abuse of infants online while posing as a man during chat discussions. Investigators discovered that Hoberman posted these videos on a social media platform and had additional evidence against her at her home. The court could sentence her to prison time, with the possibility of 10 to 12½ years based on federal guidelines, on November 18.

This case raises serious concerns about the safety of children and the integrity of professionals tasked with their care. Hoberman, a licensed social worker, was trusted to protect vulnerable children but instead exploited them. This disturbing incident highlights the need for stricter regulations and monitoring of professionals working with children, as well as greater attention to online platforms that allow such horrific content to be shared.

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This case is a grim reminder of the vigilance needed to protect children.