Originally Posted by Bladewire

"...charged with soliciting prostitution of a minor, prostitution within 1,000 feet of church and transporting purpose of prostitution."

"text messages between the boy and Shortey are being investigated by police. Shortey?s legislative office door was found to have a note saying that he would be gone for the week"

"?The Oklahoma Republican Party takes all accusations against elected officials seriously, especially when the welfare of a minor is involved,? Pam Pollard of the Oklahoma Republican Party said in a statement. ?We have reached out to Senator Shortey for comment and have not heard back from him at this time. We await the report from law enforcement on whether charges will be filed.?