Former University Park Mayor Joel Biermann Arrested on Multiple Child Porn Charges
The former mayor of University Park, Maryland, Joel Biermann, is facing nearly 30 charges related to child pornography. Biermann, 46, was arrested at his home after an FBI search warrant and is being held without bond. The charges date back to October 2024, although several solicitation charges were also filed for 2021 and 2023. The activities were allegedly committed online, according to State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy, who described the charges as “repugnant” and “extremely disturbing”. Currently, Biermann is not holding office and is considered a private citizen.
John Q. Hosedrinker