Southern Nights nightclub owner and partner indicted on child pornography charges in Florida
timesnownews.com — January 14, 2025, 02:01 AM UTC
Richard Kowalczyk, owner of Southern Nights nightclub in Ybor City, Florida, and his partner Eric Patrick were indicted on charges related to child pornography and soliciting a juvenile for sex. They were arrested earlier this month. An investigation revealed explicit communications between Kowalczyk and a suspect, leading to the discovery of child abuse images on his phone. Evidence showed ongoing predatory behavior towards minors from 2019 to 2021. Both men were released after their arrest on January 2. They face serious charges, including conspiracy and child pornography, with trials expected to begin in March. Convictions could result in significant prison sentences.