Crime & Safety

Troopers: Man Sent 'Indecent Material' to 16-Year-Old Girl

A 25-year-old Lake Peekskill man is facing a felony charge of second-degree disseminating indecent material to a minor, according to officials.

Francis E. Wheeler is accused of sending an inappropriate photo of himself to a 16-year-old Patterson girl. Police said he and the teen met at a function.

A parent reported the incident, according to authorities at the Southeast barracks of the New York State Police. Troopers arrested Wheeler Tuesday night.

He was released pending a future appearance in Patterson Justice Court.

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