Kinder issues statement on actions of former aide

Lt. Gov. Peter Kinder just released a statement concerning the investigation into activities of his former top aide, Eric Feltner, who has been charged with two counts of furnishing pornographic materials to a minor:

"Earlier today, I asked the Office of Administration to conduct an internal review of Eric Feltner's state email account, state computer and any other electronic mediums following the disturbing allegations against my former employee. Due to the serious nature of this situation, I sought an expedited review from the Office of Administration.

“As a result of a thorough review of his state computer and email, the Office of Administration has informed me that there is no indication that state resources were improperly used by Mr. Feltner pertaining to these serious allegations. Leave forms and time sheets for Mr. Feltner that have been provided to the media show that Mr. Feltner was on leave during the time frames listed in the prosecutor's charge.

“While it does not appear Mr. Feltner used state resources for personal use, it does not and should not excuse those who would prey on our young people via the Internet, whether they are using state resources or not. I find this behavior both reprehensible and indefensible.

“The Office of Administration and my office will continue to cooperate fully with law enforcement officials and the courts as part of the ongoing investigation into this case."