Terre Haute, Indiana – A 71-year-old Vigo County man faces multiple felony charges after an investigation involving five alleged victims.
According to the Vigo County Sheriff’s Office, Steven Schoffstall was arrested March 18 with assistance from the U.S. Marshals Service following an investigation initiated by a report filed with deputies. Detectives conducted a detailed inquiry that ultimately led to charges being reviewed and filed by the Vigo County Prosecutor’s Office.
Schoffstall is charged with six felony counts, including four counts of child molesting as Level 1 and Level 4 felonies, as well as two counts of child molesting classified as Class C felonies. Authorities allege the offenses involved five victims, though additional identifying details have not been released.
The sheriff’s office said the FBI and the Department of Child Services assisted in the investigation. Officials have not specified where the alleged incidents occurred or whether additional charges could be forthcoming.
The case remains active, and authorities emphasized that all charges are allegations at this stage. Schoffstall is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
The investigation highlights continued coordination between local and federal agencies in handling sensitive cases involving children. No court dates or bond details were immediately available.
Cases involving multiple victims can have broader community impact, particularly for families and schools monitoring safety concerns.
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