An Estill County man was arrested today and charged with possession of sexual performance matter by a minor over 12, but under 18, 1st offense. Kentucky State Police took Joey (Joesph) Hicks, 53, of Estill County into custody and booked him in the Three Forks Regional Jail in Beattyville.
Hicks has been a volunteer fireman for the Estill County Fire Department and other departments for many years, however according to the Estill Fire Department, Hicks is not presently involved. Hicks also reportedly did a lot of the photography and videography for various departments over the years.
The details of the investigation that led to Hicks arrest are still being processed, and we expect more information soon from the Kentucky State Police regarding the matter. WBON-TV9 will follow up on this story when those details are released by KSP.
