LaPorte Police Make Arrest In Child Porn Investigation

LaPorte Police say they have made an arrest in the case of a man accused of viewing child pornography on his laptop.

According to information given by officials at the police department, 50-year-old Scott Kessler was arrested March 10th. Kessler is accused of viewing the images while on break during his work hours.

Police say they opened an investigation several months ago after receiving tips from co-workers who say they spotted Kessler allegedly viewing the images.

A warrant was issued leading to Kessler’s arrest. He was apprehended at his place of work. Investigators seized his computer and allegedly located several instances of child pornography.

Kessler is facing a Level 6 Felony County of Possession of Child Porn.

An investigation is ongoing.