Full Notification

On August 17, 2016, investigators from the Noblesville Police Department submitted case information to the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office regarding the investigation of a former teacher of the Noblesville School Corporation. The Noblesville School Corporation initially notified investigators of the alleged incident on August 2, 2016 when the information was brought to their attention. Since that time, school officials have been cooperating fully with investigators from the Noblesville Police Department.

The focus of the investigation has been centered on an alleged incident that occurred in the 6200 block of Burlington Ave. (Indianapolis) in mid-2012.

As a result of the investigation, formal charges have been filed against Nicholas Eric McKinney, 35, of Noblesville, IN for the following:

Charge(s)*: Criminal Deviate Conduct (I.C. 35-42—4-2(a)(2) Class B Felony (1 count) Child Seduction (I.C. 35-42-4-7(k)(1)(2)(A)(ii) Class D Felony (2 counts)

McKinney was taken into custody on August 17, 2016 at approximately 7:12 p.m. by Noblesville police. He was initially transported to the Hamilton County Jail but will be transferred to the Marion County Jail at a time yet be determined.

Anyone that may have additional information regarding this investigation is encouraged to contact Detective Robert Saxon at (317) 776-6371, ext. 1229 or [email protected].

Media Personnel: Since charges have been filed, any further questions regarding this incident(s) must be directed to the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office at (317) 327-3522.

*A charge is merely an accusation and the defendant(s) is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.