Former reality TV star accused of bestiality, child sex abuse material in Warren County

Former reality TV star accused of bestiality, child sex abuse material in Warren County

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Key Points:

  • Tony McCollister, a former reality TV star from Union Township, faces felony charges for pandering obscenity involving a minor and misdemeanor charges for sexual conduct with animals; his pets were seized during the investigation.
  • McCollister starred in the 2015 show "Neighbors with Benefits," which was canceled after two episodes due to viewer backlash over its swinger lifestyle content.
  • He was arrested on December 23, remains jailed on a $250,000 cash-only bond, and is prohibited from contacting anyone under 18 or any animals.
  • Warren County deputies confiscated two dogs from McCollister, assuring the animals are well cared for, but details of the investigation's origin have not been disclosed.
  • Court records indicate