WEDU TV IT Manager Accused Of Possession Of Child Porn, Animal Sex

SEFFNER, FL — The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has arrested an IT manager at WEDU PBS TV for possession of child pornography and animal sex.

On Friday, detectives within the special victim's section served a court-authorized search warrant in the 10000 block of Black Swan Court in Seffner to Scott Pfundheller, 57.

During their investigation, detectives discovered Pfundheller had five videos containing bestiality and six computer-generated images and videos of child sexual abuse material saved on his electronic devices.

“I cannot even begin to express my disgust and frustration in this incident,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “It's unacceptable. I have to commend the incredible work of our special victim’s section who, day in and day out, dedicate themselves to uncovering those who lurk behind their electronic screens. I hope this serves as a harsh reminder that these criminals aren’t safe to exploit children in any capacity. Our detectives will find out and they will be arrested.”

Detective also seized more than 40 hard drives, which are currently pending forensic processing, according to the sheriff's office.

Pfundheller is facing six counts of possession of child pornography and five counts of filming, distributing or possessing video or images of sexual activity with an animal.