A 21-year-old man from Slidell, Colin Scott Sehmi, was arrested on February 20 at his residence on Royal Drive by agents from the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation. The charges include two counts of indecent behavior with a juvenile, two counts of indecent behavior with a juvenile/grooming of a child, two counts of computer-aided solicitation of a minor, and four counts related to possession of child sexual abuse material involving victims under the age of thirteen.
The investigation began after the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children provided a tip to authorities. The arrest was made as part of a joint effort between the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation Cyber Crime Unit, the 22nd JDC SVU Task Force, St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office, St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office, and Covington Police Department.
Attorney General Liz Murrill commented on the case: “Cases such as these, with potential victims local to St. Tammany and throughout the United States, are a prime example of why the collaboration of law enforcement through the Louisiana ICAC Task Force is vital. The Louisiana ICAC Task Force and its partners will do everything in our power to bring this man to justice and identify any potential victims of his crimes.”
After his arrest, Sehmi was transported to St. Tammany Parish Jail for booking. His bond has not been disclosed at this time.
Authorities stated that their investigation is ongoing and more charges may be filed as additional victims could be identified.
The Louisiana Department of Justice operates statewide as the primary legal office for Louisiana under an independently elected attorney general according to its official website. The department focuses on protecting constitutional rights and providing legal resources for citizens throughout Louisiana. Attorney General Liz Murrill leads the office from Baton Rouge and brings over three decades of legal experience to her role.
All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty.