The Illinois Attorney General has charged a Galena police officer for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material. 23-year-old Eli Barthel of Freeport is charged with two Class 2 felony counts of possession of child sexual assault material and one Class 3 felony count of child sexual assault material possession. A search of Barthel’s residence resulted in his arrest. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) assisted with the investigation. According to a Facebook post by the Galena Police Department, Barthel has been placed on administrative leave pending termination.
Illinois Attorney General charges Galena officer with possessing child sex abuse material
Jun 2, 2025 | 3:50 PM
