Seven Class X felony charges have been filed against 28-year-old Gage Hoffman.
According to court records, Hoffman faces seven counts related to child sexual abuse material. Two of the alleged offenses occurred on or about July 19th, 2024, with two additional counts on or about August 21st, 2024. One count is alleged on or about October 19th, 2024, and two more counts stem from incidents on or about March 6th and March 20th of 2025.
Five of the counts allege Hoffman possessed videos and photographs involving victims under the age of 13 engaged in sex acts. The remaining two counts allege victims were under the age of 18.
Hoffman made his initial appearance in court Thursday, where he was advised of the charges and possible penalties. Public defender William Easton has been appointed to represent him.
A preliminary hearing is scheduled for May 18th, followed by a final pre-trial on June 15th and a jury trial set for July 6th. Hoffman is currently being held in the Wabash County Jail.
All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
