Overview

• Joe Seiders, drummer for The New Pornographers, was arrested on April 9 following allegations of filming a minor in a Chick-fil-A restroom in Palm Desert, California.
• Authorities executed search warrants on Seiders’ home, vehicle, and phone, uncovering evidence of possession of child pornography and other related crimes.
• Seiders has been charged with possession of child pornography, annoying/molesting a child, invasion of privacy, and attempted invasion of privacy, and has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
• The New Pornographers have publicly severed ties with Seiders, expressing shock and devastation over the allegations.
• Investigators believe there may be additional victims and are urging the public to come forward with any relevant information.