US EditionFather Charged with Killing Daughter's Alleged Abuser Launches Sheriff Campaign in Arkansas
Aaron Spencer, charged with second-degree murder for killing his daughter's alleged rapist, has raised over $86,000 for his legal defense and aims to reform local law enforcement.
- Spencer, 37, pleaded not guilty but has admitted to shooting Michael Fosler, his daughter's alleged abuser, on October 8, 2024, despite a no-contact order.
- Spencer's trial for second-degree murder is scheduled to start on January 26, 2025, about six weeks before a primary election where he is running for Lonoke County sheriff.
- If convicted, Spencer would be prohibited under Arkansas law from holding public office, but his candidacy has drawn mostly positive reactions in the county according to a reporter.
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An Arkansas father accused of murder says he’s running for sheriff while awaiting trial
An Arkansas father facing murder and gun charges for fatally shooting a man accused of sexually abusing his underage daughter now is running for sheriff of the county. Aaron Spencer is accused of shooting and killing 67-year-old Michael Fosler.
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An Arkansas father accused of murder says he's running for sheriff while awaiting trial
An Arkansas father facing murder and gun charges for fatally shooting a man accused of sexually abusing his underage daughter now is running for sheriff of the county.
Aaron Spencer, a Arkansas father accused of allegedly gunning down his 14-year-old daughter's alleged sex offender has run for sheriffship, while assuring voters that he is willing to return "confidence, responsibility and security" to the local community. Read more]]>
A father of Arkansas who killed the alleged attacker of his 13-year-old daughter announced his candidacy for the county sheriff position.
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