Winchester, Ky. (September 5, 2019) — On September 4, 2019, the Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch arrested Jerry D. Spencer Jr., 45, on charges related to unlawful distribution and possession of matter portraying a sexual performance by a minor.
Spencer was arrested as the result of an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. The KSP Electronic Crime Branch began the investigation after discovering the suspect sharing images of child sexual exploitation online.
The investigation resulted in a knock and talk at a residence in Winchester on September 4, 2019. Equipment used to facilitate the crime was seized and taken to KSP’s forensic laboratory for examination. The investigation is ongoing.
Spencer is currently charged with one count of distribution of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance and two counts of possession of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance. These charges are Class-D felonies punishable by one to five years in prison. Spencer was lodged in the Clark County Detention Center.
Photo is courtesy of the Clark County Detention Center.
