Brookville police arrested 37-year-old Michael A. Sardis of North Olmstead, Ohio, after he allegedly traveled to meet someone he believed was a minor for sex — who was actually a decoy set up by 814 Pred Hunters, a group that targets online predators.
The Punxsutawney Spirit reports, Sardis faces multiple felony charges, including attempted statutory sexual assault and corruption of minors, as well as a misdemeanor for attempted indecent assault.
Police say Sardis had been messaging the decoy since early June, knowing she was underage, and planned a visit for July 3. He was confronted and arrested on Allegheny Boulevard.
Sardis is being held on $40,000 bail, with a preliminary hearing set for August 12.
