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Local Source: The Martin County Sheriff’s Office in concert with the Indiana Department of Children Services investigated allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor and patronizing a prostitute. The investigation led to the arrest of 51 year old, Glen Akles of Loogootee, on suspicion of sexual misconduct with a minor, a Level 4 Felony, and patronizing a prostitute, a Class A Misdemeanor.

Akles was booked into the Martin County Jail last night. A probable cause affidavit was submitted by the Martin County Prosecutor. A bond was set at $75.000.00 with 10 percent cash surety allowed. The case is still an ongoing investigation and was directed to the Martin County Prosecutor, Michael Steiner.

All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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