Two Noblesville Men Arrested in Online Predator Sting

Suspects charged with child solicitation and neglect after arranging meetings with undercover officers posing as minors

Mar. 28, 2026 at 8:07pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a pair of handcuffs against a stark black background, the metal reflecting the harsh lighting to create a gritty, investigative aesthetic.A law enforcement operation targeting online predators leads to the arrest of two men in Noblesville, Indiana.Noblesville Today

Two men, Tyler Marcum and Gregory Carter, were arrested in Noblesville, Indiana after a week-long online predator investigation by local police. The men were charged with child solicitation, attempted sexual misconduct with a minor, and in Carter's case, multiple counts of neglect of a dependent, after arranging meetings with who they believed to be children between the ages of 13 and 15.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing threat of online predators targeting minors and the importance of law enforcement proactively conducting these types of sting operations to identify and apprehend suspects. It also raises concerns about the potential for repeat offenses and the need for robust rehabilitation and monitoring programs.

The details

From Monday through Friday, Noblesville police posed as children between the ages of 13 and 15 living in the area. The investigation culminated on Friday with the arrests of Tyler Marcum, 26, and Gregory Carter, 40. Marcum was preliminarily charged with child solicitation and attempted sexual misconduct with a minor, while Carter faced those charges as well as three counts of neglect of a dependent.

  • The online predator investigation took place from Monday, March 24 through Friday, March 28, 2026.
  • The arrests of Marcum and Carter occurred on Friday, March 28, 2026.

The players

Tyler Marcum

A 26-year-old man preliminarily charged with child solicitation and attempted sexual misconduct with a minor.

Gregory Carter

A 40-year-old man preliminarily charged with child solicitation, attempted sexual misconduct with a minor, and three counts of neglect of a dependent.

Noblesville Police Department

The law enforcement agency that conducted the online predator investigation and made the arrests.

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What’s next

The suspects will appear before a judge who will determine whether to grant them bail as the investigation continues.

The takeaway

This case underscores the ongoing need for vigilance and proactive law enforcement efforts to combat the threat of online predators targeting minors. It also highlights the complex societal issues surrounding repeat offenders and the importance of comprehensive rehabilitation and monitoring programs.