Indiana – A 27-year-old Indiana man will spend more than 15 years behind bars after admitting to possessing child se*ual abuse material, federal officials announced.
Keith Hall was sentenced to 188 months in federal prison by U.S. District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty. The sentence follows Hall’s guilty plea to possession of child po**ography. In addition to the prison term, the court ordered him to serve 15 years of supervised release once he completes his incarceration. Hall was also directed to pay $250 under the Amy, Vicky, and Andy Child Pornography Assistance Act of 2018.
According to the Department of Justice, Hall possessed 18 still images and 168 videos depicting the se*ual abuse of children. Authorities also noted that Hall had a prior conviction for se*ual misconduct with a minor. That earlier case became part of the broader context considered during the federal proceedings.
The case was investigated through a coordinated effort among several law enforcement agencies. The U.S. Attorney’s Office credited the Miami County Prosecutor’s Office, including Prosecutor Jeff Sinkovics and Chief Deputy Peter Diedricks, for their assistance. Federal authorities also worked alongside Homeland Security Investigations, the Indiana State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, and the Miami County Sheriff’s Office.
United States Attorney Adam L. Mildred said the collaboration between local and federal agencies played a key role in holding the Kokomo man accountable and reinforcing community safety. He emphasized that such partnerships are critical in efforts to protect children and support safer communities across Indiana.
“We thank Miami County Prosecuting Attorney Jeff Sinkovics, Chief Deputy Peter Diedricks, and their office, along with the agents of the Homeland Security Investigations, the Indiana State Police Internet Crimes against Children Task Force (ICAC), and the Miami County Sheriff’s Office for partnering with the U.S. Attorney’s Office to help make Hoosiers safer to live, work, and raise their families,” said United States Attorney Adam L. Mildred.
Assistant United States Attorney Hannah T. Jones prosecuted the case on behalf of the federal government.
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The prosecution was part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative launched by the U.S. Department of Justice in 2006. The program was created to combat the exploitation and abuse of children, particularly in cases involving online offenses. Through partnerships with federal, state, and local agencies, the initiative focuses on investigating and prosecuting individuals who produce, distribute, or possess child se*ual abuse material.
With the sentence now imposed, Hall will remain in federal custody for nearly 16 years, followed by extended court supervision. Federal officials say the outcome underscores ongoing efforts to address crimes involving the exploitation of children and to pursue those who engage in such offenses.
