Kentucky Man Arrested in Child Exploitation Investigation, Faces Felony Charges

WILLIAMSBURG, KY — The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Electronic Crime Branch has arrested Nathaniel Griffin, 20, following an undercover investigation into the sharing of child sexual abuse material online. Griffin now faces multiple felony charges stemming from the probe.

Undercover Internet Crimes Against Children Operation

According to investigators, the arrest came after the Kentucky Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force identified Griffin allegedly sharing images of child sexual exploitation online. On August 29, 2025, authorities executed a search at his Williamsburg residence, seizing electronic equipment believed to have been used to facilitate the crimes.

The seized devices have been transported to the KSP forensic laboratory for further analysis, and officials confirmed the investigation remains ongoing.

Charges Filed

Griffin has been charged with the following:

• One count of possession of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance under twelve years old
• Two counts of procuring or promoting the use of a minor by electronic means

Each of these offenses is classified as a Class-C felony, carrying potential sentences of five to ten years in prison. Griffin is currently being held at the Whitley County Detention Center.

Role of the ICAC Task Force

The case was conducted under the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, a national initiative supported by the U.S. Department of Justice and managed locally by the Kentucky State Police.

The task force brings together more than 26 local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies across Kentucky to tackle crimes such as:

• Online child exploitation
• Cyber enticement of minors
• The spread of child sexual abuse material

In addition to investigations, the program provides forensic support, technical training, prevention education, and victim services. Officials say the program was created in response to the growing risks posed by predators targeting children online.

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