Father Charged with Killing Daughter's Alleged Abuser Launches Sheriff Campaign in Arkansas
Aaron Spencer aims to reform local justice after shooting his daughter's accused abuser; over 360,000 have signed petitions supporting him amid his second-degree murder charge.
- 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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A father of Arkansas who killed the alleged attacker of his 13-year-old daughter announced his candidacy for the county sheriff position.
Father charged with killing daughter's alleged abuser launches sheriff campaign in Arkansas
Aaron Spencer has become a folk hero to some in Arkansas for gunning down a man charged with sexually assaulting his daughter. Despite facing a murder charge, Spencer is now running for sheriff.
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