SMITHTOWN MUSIC TEACHER ACCUSED IN RAPE

Michael Setteducati, a 29 year old instructor at a Smithtown music shop, has been arrested for allegedly raping a 15 year old girl he met through a student.  Setteducati teaches drum and guitar lessons at Coronet Music of Smithtown on East Main Street.  He allegedly had been having sexual contact with the girl since July.  He has been charged with rape in the third degree and was held overnight pending his arraignment.  Police are investigating whether he had inappropriate contact with any other minors, and ask that anyone with information contact Crime Stoppers at 800-220-TIPS.  All calls are kept confidential.

(New York)