Greensburg, Kentucky – A Greensburg man was arrested Thursday following an undercover child exploitation investigation.
According to Kentucky State Police, Jonathan Taylor, 38, was taken into custody in Greensburg on Thursday as a result of an Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) investigation conducted by the KSP Electronic Crime Branch.
State police said the investigation began after detectives allegedly discovered the suspect sharing images of child sexual exploitation online. Authorities reported that the inquiry was conducted undercover as part of ongoing efforts to identify and apprehend individuals involved in online exploitation offenses.
Taylor is currently charged with one count of possession of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance. The charge is a Class D felony under Kentucky law and carries a potential sentence of one to five years in prison if convicted.
According to Kentucky State Police, Taylor was lodged in the Taylor County Detention Center following his arrest. Additional details about the investigation were not immediately released.
The Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch works in partnership with the Kentucky ICAC Task Force to investigate internet-facilitated crimes involving children. Officials said the task force continues to focus on online platforms where illegal exploitation materials are shared or distributed.
The case remains under investigation. No further charges have been announced at this time.
Online exploitation investigations can have wide-reaching impacts on communities, including local schools and families, as law enforcement agencies continue efforts to address digital safety concerns.
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