LOUISA, KY. (September 24, 2021) – On Thursday, September 23, 2021 Kentucky State Police Post 14 arrested Phillip Adam Webb, 34, of Louisa.
Webb was taken into custody on charges related to child sexual abuse material, and possession of a handgun by a convicted felon after an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) investigation.
Kentucky State Police Post 14 and Ashland Police Department began the investigation after discovering the suspect uploading images of child exploitation online.
The investigation resulted in the execution of a search warrant at a residence in Louisa on September 23, 2021.
Equipment used to facilitate the crime was seized and will be taken to the Ashland Police Department for examination.
Also, a handgun was found in bedroom of the accused, and his criminal history revealed he is a convicted felon.
Phillip Adam Webb is currently charged with:
- Two counts of Distribution of Matter Portraying a Sexual Performance by a Minor under the age of 12, 1st Offense
- One count of Possession of Handgun by Convicted Felon
This individual was lodged in the Big Sandy Regional Detention Center.
Photo of the accused is courtesy of the Big Sandy Regional Detention Center.
The investigation is ongoing by Detective David Boarman.
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