A Freeman Spur man was convicted on felony sex abuse charges yesterday in Williamson County.

29 year old Edward T. Urban was found guilty of predatory criminal sexual assault during a bench trial, according to Williamson County State’s Attorney Brandon Zanotti.

Investigators said the incident occurred early last year and involved a 7-year-old from the West Frankfort area.

Predatory criminal sexual assault is a Class X felony that carries a possible sentence of 6 to 60 years. Sentencing is set for January 13.