The investigation began in August of 2020
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(Scott County, Ind.) – In August of 2020 Detective Jacklyn Shofner with the Scott County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation of alleged illegal sexual activity occurring with a minor and a registered sex offender.
After completing the initial investigation, it was turned over to the Scott County Prosecutor’s Office for review.
On October 13, an outstanding arrest warrant was issued through the Scott County Circuit Court for Ricky Vickers, 26, of Salem for Dissemination of Matter Harmful to Minors, Child Exploitation/Child Pornography-Possession and Child Solicitation-Person At Least 21 Solicits At Least 14 but Less Than 16.
After the issuance of the arrest warrant The Scott County Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Indiana State Police and the Washington County Sheriff's Office in the apprehension of Ricky Vickers.
Vickers was arrested in Washington County and transported to the Scott County Jail to await his initial court appearance.
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