Cincinnati Man Pleads Guilty to Creating Child Pornography

Scott Surgener, a 43-year-old man from Cincinnati, has pleaded guilty to creating child pornography of a minor in his care at a sleepover. The guilty plea was entered in U.S. District Court today.

According to court documents, Surgener engaged in sexually explicit conduct with the minor in his home between April 2018 and July 2019. During this time, he took pictures and videos of the sexual abuse, which were taken in his residence while the victim was in his care at child sleepovers.

The defendant produced a total of 28 videos and images of the exploitation, which is a heinous crime that has left many in the community shaken. Surgener was charged by a federal criminal complaint in October 2019 and has remained in custody since.

The plea was announced by David M. DeVillers, United States Attorney for the Southern District of Ohio; Chris Hoffman, Special Agent in Charge, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cincinnati Division; Hamilton County Sheriff Charmaine McGuffey and Springdale Police Chief Thomas Wells.

Assistant United States Attorney Kyle J. Healey is representing the United States in this case. The parties involved in the case are recommending a sentence of 20 years in prison for Surgener.

The guilty plea is a significant step towards justice for the victim and their family. The community can rest a little easier knowing that Surgener will face the consequences of his actions. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.

This case serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting our children and holding perpetrators accountable for their crimes. The Grimy Times will continue to shed light on these types of cases and advocate for justice and accountability.

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