Madison County Councilman Charged With Child Seduction
ANDERSON, Ind. A Madison County Councilman is facing charges of child seduction and possession of child pornography.
Indiana State Police say the investigation into Steven Sumner, 52, of Anderson, began in August. The investigation revealed Sumner owned child pornography, and had tried to seduce a minor under the age of 16.
The girl told investigators that Sumner provided her with alcohol, touched her inappropriately and performed sex acts on her. In addition, investigators found 138 pornographic images on Sumner’s cell phone.
Sumner was arrested Monday, and is currently being held on bond. He has been charged with child seduction and possession of child pornography.