The Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch arrested Jason M. Horton, 42, on charges related to child sexual abuse material.
Mr. Horton 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 search warrant at a residence in Wilmore on December 12, 2023. Equipment used to facilitate the crime was seized and taken to KSP’s forensic laboratory for examination. The investigation is ongoing.
Mr. Horton is currently charged with fifteen counts of possession of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance under 12 years old. These charges are Class-C felonies punishable by five to ten years in prison. Mr. Horton is also charged with five counts of possession of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance 12 years old and over and one count of procure or promote the use of minor by electronic means. These charges are Class-D felonies punishable by one to five years in prison. Mr. Horton was lodged in the Jessamine County Detention Center.
