Collinsville Man Charged With Sharing Private Image Without Consent

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A 45-year-old Collinsville, Illinois man named David B. Wheeler has been charged with a felony for allegedly sharing a private, sexually explicit image of another person without their consent. Wheeler is accused of intentionally disseminating the image, which reportedly identified the victim, on November 19, 2025, despite knowing the image was meant to remain private.

Why it matters

The non-consensual sharing of private sexual images, often referred to as 'revenge porn', is a growing issue that can have serious emotional and reputational consequences for victims. This case highlights the need for strong laws and enforcement to protect people's privacy and dignity, especially in the digital age.

The details

According to charging documents, Wheeler is accused of sharing the private sexual image of the victim, who was reportedly identifiable in the image. The incident allegedly occurred on November 19, 2025, and Wheeler is said to have known the image was meant to remain private at the time. The Collinsville Police Department presented the case against Wheeler, who was granted pretrial release from custody.

• On November 19, 2025, Wheeler allegedly shared the private sexual image of the victim.
• On February 6, 2026, Wheeler was charged with one count of non-consensual dissemination of private sexual images, a Class 4 felony.

What’s next

The judge will decide on whether to allow Wheeler to remain out on pretrial release.