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The New Pornographers
Drummer Arrested for Child Porn
… Followed Boys Into Restroom, Cops Say
Published April 18, 2025 9:38 AM PDT
The drummer of the indie rock band The New Pornographers has been apprehended under serious charges related to child pornography possession.
Joseph Seiders was arrested last week in Riverside County, California. He faces multiple allegations, including possession of child pornography, annoying or molesting a child, and other privacy-related offenses. His mugshot shows a displeased expression with gray stubble visible on his face.
Authorities report that on April 7, an 11-year-old boy alerted sheriff’s deputies about a disturbing incident where a man had allegedly recorded him while he was in a bathroom at a business establishment in Palm Desert, California.
Following this initial report, two days later, a staff member at the same location raised concerns regarding a man who was seen frequently entering and exiting the restroom with underage boys. The Desert Sun identified the venue as a Chick-fil-A restaurant.
Prompted by the employee’s suspicions, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office acted quickly, leading to Seiders’ arrest and subsequent searches of his home, vehicle, and cell phone.
During these searches, deputies reportedly discovered evidence that links Seiders to the alleged offenses.
The New Pornographers have publicly addressed the situation, stating, “Everyone in the band is absolutely shocked, horrified and devastated by the news of the charges against Joe Seiders — and we have immediately severed all ties with him. Our hearts go out to everyone who has been impacted by his actions.”
Attempts to reach out to Seiders for comment have not yet yielded any response.
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