On Tuesday night, Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced the criminal complaint against Folmer following an investigation into a CyberTip reporting by Tumblr that a user uploaded an image of child pornography using its app.
The investigation led authorities to Folmer’s home, where they executed a search warrant and found images of child pornography in his phone.
AG Shapiro says “no one is above the law”
In a statement, AG Shapiro said, “This defendant serves as a state Senator and was entrusted to honor and represent his community in the Pennsylvania Capitol. Tonight, our Office arrested Mr. Folmer for possession of child pornography and charged him with Sexual Abuse of Children, Possession of Child Pornography, and Criminal Use of a Communication Facility.”
He added, “I will continue to say it—no one is above the law, no matter what position of power they hold. I will continue to work to protect children and hold those who abuse them accountable.”
