RENO COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged sex crimes.
The investigation began when the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) received a Cyber Tip about the possession of sexually explicit depictions of children. ICAC turned the investigation over to the Reno County Sheriff's Office.
On Thursday, the Reno County Sheriff's Office, with the aid of the Harvey County Sheriff's Office, arrested 25-year-old Matthew Whitehurst on requested charges of Sexual Exploitation of a Child.
This is still an active investigation. If you have any information that may assist in the investigation, contact the Reno County Sheriff's Office at 620-694-2735 or if you wish to remain anonymous and be considered for a cash payout, contact Reno County Crime Stoppers at 620-694-2666 or 1-800-222-TIPS, refer to case number 2023-11501.