Carl Ray Smith, Abusive Sexual Contact, Oklahoma 2019

Abusive sexual contact with a child under 12 has landed a 52-year-old Okmulgee man behind bars. Carl Ray Smith, a non-Indian, engaged in and caused sexual contact with an Indian victim, R.D., a person under the age of 12 years old.

The crimes took place in the Eastern District of Oklahoma, in Indian Country, from May 1, 2019, to May 25, 2019. According to the indictment, Smith knowingly engaged in and caused sexual contact as defined in Title 18, United States Code, Section 2246(3), with the minor victim.

The charges arose from a joint investigation by the Henryetta Police Department, the Muscogee Creek Nation Lighthorse Police, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Assistant United States Attorney Sarah McAmis and Special Assistant United States Attorney Courtney Jordan represented the United States in the case.

On [no date given], the Honorable Kimberly E. West, U.S. Magistrate Judge in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma, accepted the plea and ordered the completion of a presentence investigation report.

The defendant faces up to life imprisonment, a fine of up to $250,000.00, or both. The case highlights the importance of holding perpetrators accountable for their heinous crimes.

A presentence investigation report will determine the final sentence for Carl Ray Smith. The community is encouraged to report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

The victim's identity has not been disclosed to protect their anonymity. The case serves as a reminder that child abuse and sexual exploitation have severe consequences and will be pursued by law enforcement.

Defendant: Carl Ray Smith

Criminal Charges: Abusive Sexual Contact With A Child Under 12 Years

City and State: Okmulgee, Oklahoma

Crime Date: May 1, 2019 - May 25, 2019

Sentence: Up to life imprisonment, a fine of up to $250,000.00, or both

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-edok/pr/okmulgee-man-pleads-guilty-abusive-sexual-contact-child-under-12