By Alliance Police Department
On May 2, 2026, the Alliance Police Department responded to a report involving the possession and viewing of illegal sexual material involving minors. Officers made contact with the individual at a residence in Alliance.
The individual was identified as Nicholas Konopnicki, M/W DOB 02/13/1996, of Alliance. During the investigation, the subject made statements indicating repeated access to illegal sexual material involving minors. He also provided voluntary consent for law enforcement to search and forensically examine a cellular device believed to contain evidence of criminal activity.
The device was secured and processed by investigators. Based on the investigation and preliminary forensic review, Nicholas Konopnicki was arrested and charged with fifteen (15) counts of Possession or Receipt of Child Sexual Abuse Material under Nebraska Revised Statute 28-1803.
This case underscores the importance of advanced digital forensic capabilities in modern investigations. The Alliance Police Department utilizes Magnet GrayKey forensic software, a specialized tool that enables investigators to access and analyze digital evidence that would otherwise be unavailable.
APD is currently the only agency in western Nebraska with this capability. This technology has directly strengthened investigations and supported successful prosecutions in CSAM and other sexual exploitation cases. Without it, many of these offenses would be significantly more difficult to prove, and offenders would remain free to reoffend.
This remains an active investigation. No further details will be released at this time.
Statement from Chief David Leavitt
“These cases require swift action and the best available tools to protect victims and hold offenders accountable. Our investment in advanced forensic technology has become essential to identifying offenders and building strong prosecutable cases. It is a critical component of protecting children in our community.”