THE FOLLOWING IS AN INDIANA STATE POLICE RELEASE
The Indiana State Police Putnamville Post announce that, following a thorough investigation led by Sergeant Michael Featherling, Zachary McBride, age 36, of Cayuga, Indiana has been convicted and sentenced in Vermillion County Circuit Court. The investigation, which began after the reported offenses on August 1, 2023, resulted in multiple charges including possession of child pornography, child seduction, and sexual battery.
Sergeant Michael’s diligent investigative work was instrumental in bringing this case to a successful conclusion. The Putnamville Post Commander Lieutenant David Cox, commend the efforts of all involved, including the Vermillion County Prosecutor’s Office and the Vermillion Circuit Court, for their commitment to justice.
McBride was sentenced on June 25, 2026, to a total of 5,105 days (11.5 years) in the Indiana Department of Correction, with all sentences to be served consecutively or concurrently as determined by the court.
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