Former Wisconsin Scout Volunteer Pleads Not Guilty to Child Assault Charges
Steven Lorang, a former scout volunteer from Plover, Wisconsin, has pleaded not guilty to 10 counts of child sexual assault and child enticement. The charges, filed in Portage County Court, relate to alleged incidents involving a minor met through his…
Wausau Rhinelander, WI, September 29, 2026 —
Steven Lorang, identified as a former scout volunteer residing in Plover, Wisconsin, has entered a plea of not guilty to 10 criminal charges. These charges include counts of child sexual assault and child enticement.
The legal proceedings are taking place in Portage County Court, where the formal charges were filed. According to court documents, the allegations stem from Lorang’s volunteer activities with a Stevens Point scout group. The accusations involve alleged incidents with a minor who was met through this volunteer role.
Details provided indicate that some of the alleged incidents date back approximately 15 years. The specific timeline and nature of all alleged events are subject to the ongoing legal process.
Lorang’s plea of not guilty signifies that he is contesting the charges brought against him. The case will now proceed through the court system for further hearings and potential trial. Information regarding the specific dates of the alleged incidents beyond the general 15-year timeframe, the exact number of alleged victims, or any prior investigations or disciplinary actions related to Lorang’s volunteer work was not detailed in the available information. The specific circumstances leading to the charges, beyond Lorang’s role as a scout volunteer, were not elaborated upon in the initial filings.
Story summarized from the original created by Desiree Fischer on www.wsaw.com, see more information here.
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