Indiana Therapist Arrested for Child Molesting Autistic Patients

Alec Hegge, a 31-year-old registered behavioral therapist who worked with children on the autism spectrum at Changing Lives Behavior Analysis in Anderson, Indiana, was arrested on suspicion of two counts of child molestation, including the molestation of an infant. Hegge, who had been employed at the facility for just over two years, is currently held without bond at Madison County Jail. Despite Hegge's denial of harming any patients, citing safeguards in place, investigators from the Hamilton County Metro Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force suspect there may be additional victims due to his professional contact with vulnerable children. The facility is cooperating with the ongoing investigation, and authorities are urging anyone who may have been affected or knows of potential victims to come forward. No formal charges had been filed immediately after the arrest, but more charges are expected as the investigation into Hegge's online activity continues. Families or individuals with information are encouraged to contact Detective Chris Borgmann.