SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. (WBKO) – An Allen County man is facing charges following an undercover investigation by Kentucky State Police.

The KSP Electronic Crime Branch arrested 25-year-old Bradley Austin Keen on Thursday following an undercover investigation into Internet crimes against children.

According to a press release, the investigation began when KSP detected the suspect sharing child sexual abuse images online, which led to an interview in Scottsville. KSP has seized the equipment allegedly used in the crimes, which will be subject to forensic examination.

Keen faces five counts of distributing material depicting a sexual performance of a minor under 12, a Class C felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison. He is being held at the Allen County Detention Center while the investigation continues.

The ICAC Task Force, administered by KSP and involving more than 26 law enforcement agencies, works to combat online exploitation of minors through prevention, victim support and investigative support.

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