Crime & Safety
Vigo County, IN Man Arrested on 7 Child-Related Felony Counts
Terre Haute, IN – A 25 year old man has been arrested in Vigo County following an investigation into alleged child abuse, with authorities announcing seven preliminary felony counts involving child ex
By Blake Harrison · 2026-10-30T19:38:58.960Z
Terre Haute, IN – A 25 year old man has been arrested in Vigo County following an investigation into alleged child abuse, with authorities announcing seven preliminary felony counts involving child exploitation, child molestation and sexual misconduct with a minor.
According to the Vigo County Sheriff 's Office, detectives received a report from the Indiana Department of Child Services on Wednesday, October 21, detailing an allegation of abuse involving children in Vigo County.
Investigators immediately opened a case and identified James A. Arakaki Lemmon, 25, as a suspect.
Seven Preliminary Felony Counts Announced
The sheriff's office reported that Arakaki Lemmon was arrested on the following preliminary charges:
Four counts of child exploitation, each classified as a Level 3 felony. One count of child molestation, classified as a Level 4 felony. Two counts of performing sexual conduct in the presence of a minor, each classified as a Level 6 felony. Authorities have not publicly detailed the specific circumstances surrounding the allegations in the provided announcement.
The sheriff's office also did not specify the number of alleged victims, their ages or the precise location where the alleged incidents occurred.
Multiple Agencies Assisted Investigation
The Vigo County Sheriff's Office said the Terre Haute Police Department , Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, U.S. Marshals Service and Vigo County Prosecutor's Office assisted with the investigation.
Sheriff Derek Fell confirmed that the investigation remains ongoing.
Officials have not announced additional arrests or provided a timeline for when the investigation may conclude.
The charges announced by investigators are preliminary. Any formal charges and subsequent court proceedings will be determined through the judicial process.
Arakaki Lemmon is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
Residents with information relevant to the investigation can contact the Vigo County Sheriff's Office through its official channels.