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Written by: E. George
Published June 18, 2024 @ 7:00 PM ET
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ga. – Federal agents arrested a Cherokee County Sheriff’s deputy on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at his Gordon County residence. The sheriff’s office said Steven Bunte’s detainment followed a federal investigation involving child exploitation.
Bunte was employed with the agency for roughly five years, and his most recent assignment was at the Adult Detention Center. During his arrest, Cherokee County officials informed him of his immediate termination.
Bunte is charged with five felony counts of computer/electronic pornography and child exploitation and remains detained at the Gordon County Jail.
To act transparently, officials have shared information regarding this pending case with the public; however, due to its nature, no further details were announced.