An Atlantic County high school principal who just finished his first year on the job was arrested Wednesday on charges of child pornography and endangering the welfare of children, Atlantic County Prosecutor Damon G. Tyner said.

Edward Bonek (ACPO)

Pleasantville High School principal Edward Bonek was charged with multiple counts of possession and distribution of child pornography after officials executed a search warrant at his home, authorities said.

Bonek, 48, was promoted to principal of the high school after serving as interim principal and vice principal, BreakingAC.com reported.

Superintendent Clarence Alston did not immediately respond to request for comment.

The Absecon man is being held at the Atlantic County Justice Facility on Wednesday awaiting a detention hearing.

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