Ohio Pediatrician Arrested on Charges of Possessing Child Pornography

TROY, Ohio (AP) - Federal officials say a pediatrician arrested today on charges of possessing child pornography had more 1,700 images of minors in various stages of dress, many engaging in lewd or sexual acts.

Dr. Robert Reinhold, 55, is being investigated by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement office as part of an ongoing nationwide operation to crack down on sexual predators.

Federal agents executed search and arrest warrants at Reinhold's home and office, about 20 miles north of Dayton. They found images of minors inside 19 manila folders.

Reinhold had an initial appearance today in U.S. District Court in Dayton. He was ordered to remain in custody until a detention hearing on Monday. Original filed October 24, 2007