Mentor 15-Year-Old Arrested on Over 30 Felony Sex Crime Counts

A 15-year-old boy in Mentor, Ohio, was arrested on October 17 following a months-long investigation by the Mentor Police Department into allegations of pandering sexually oriented materials involving minors. He faces 36 felony counts, including pandering sexually oriented material and pandering obscenity involving a minor. The teen, a student at Mentor High School, was taken into custody and is currently held at the Lake County Juvenile Detention Facility. Due to his age and ongoing investigation, authorities have not released further details. The local school district has acknowledged the arrest and stated they have taken steps to minimize disruption and ensure safety for students and staff, emphasizing their cooperation with law enforcement while respecting privacy laws. The case remains open as police continue their investigation.