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Former 'Neighbors With Benefits' Cast Member Charged in Ohio With Child-Exploitation and Animal-Sex Crimes

Court filings describe alleged uploads to a Google account that underpin the charges.

Overview

  • Tony McCollister, 43, was arrested in Warren County, Ohio, on counts of pandering obscenity involving a minor and sexual conduct with an animal.
  • Court documents allege he knowingly uploaded child sexual abuse material to a Google account and engaged in sexual acts with two dogs he owned.
  • A judge set bond at $250,000 and ordered no contact with children or pets, with prosecutors also seeking to restrict internet access if he is released.
  • Warren County Sheriff Barry Riley said animals were seized during the investigation and are being cared for.
  • Records show a misdemeanor summons was served to Erica Grove in a related animal-sex case, and McCollister’s next court appearance is scheduled for Dec. 30, though reports differ on whether he remains jailed after bond was set.