Fishers Teen Charged with Felony Child Exploitation

18-year-old accused of producing and distributing child sexual abuse material

Apr. 8, 2026 at 8:20pm

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An 18-year-old Fishers, Indiana resident named Carson Springer has been charged with 13 felony counts of child exploitation and possession of child sexual abuse material. The investigation began in 2025 after one of Springer's 14-year-old victims reported the abuse to police, leading to the discovery of additional victims as young as 12 years old from several states.

Why it matters

This case highlights the growing problem of child exploitation and the production of child sexual abuse material, which has become more prevalent with the rise of digital technologies. It also underscores the importance of parental monitoring and the need for stronger laws and enforcement to protect minors from predatory behavior.

The details

According to the police affidavit, the investigation began when a 14-year-old victim reported that Springer had sent her a video of the two of them engaging in sexual acts. Investigators were able to trace the video back to Springer's phone and seized his devices, uncovering numerous other videos and images of young girls, some as young as 12 years old. Springer is accused of trading this material with another individual.

  • The investigation began in fall 2025 after the initial 14-year-old victim came forward.
  • Springer, who was 17 at the time, was charged on April 6, 2026.

The players

Carson Springer

An 18-year-old resident of Fishers, Indiana who has been charged with 13 felony counts of child exploitation and possession of child sexual abuse material.

Fishers Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that initiated the investigation along with the Hamilton County Metro Child Exploitation Taskforce.

Hamilton County Metro Child Exploitation Taskforce

A multi-agency task force that assisted the Fishers Police Department in the investigation.

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What they’re saying

“This case highlights the growing problem of child exploitation and the production of child sexual abuse material, which has become more prevalent with the rise of digital technologies.”

— Sgt. Seth Goldstein, Fishers Police Department and Hamilton County Metro Child Exploitation Taskforce

What’s next

Springer's next court hearing is scheduled for June 3 in Hamilton County Circuit Court.

The takeaway

This disturbing case underscores the urgent need for greater education, prevention, and law enforcement efforts to combat the exploitation of minors and the proliferation of child sexual abuse material online. It serves as a sobering reminder of the real-world consequences of these crimes and the importance of vigilant parental monitoring and reporting of suspicious activity.