Rapid City Man Guilty of Distributing Child Pornography
A Rapid City man has been found guilty of distributing child pornography, a crime that can have devastating effects on the victims and their families. Gary Scott Whiting, 49, appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Veronica L. Duffy on May 3, 2013, and pleaded guilty to Distribution of Child Pornography.
The penalty for this crime is a mandatory minimum of 5 years up to 20 years of imprisonment and/or a $250,000 fine. Between May and July 2012, Whiting knowingly distributed material that contained images of child pornography in Rapid City.
The investigation into Whiting’s activities was conducted by the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Sarah B. Collins.
Whiting was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal pending acceptance of this plea and sentencing. A presentence investigation was ordered, and a sentencing date will be set.
Law enforcement agencies take the distribution of child pornography very seriously, and this case is a prime example of the efforts being made to protect vulnerable members of our society. The public should be assured that those who engage in such activities will be held accountable.
As this case moves forward, the community can expect to see a more detailed account of the events leading up to Whiting’s arrest and conviction. The Grimy Times will continue to provide updates on this and other cases as more information becomes available.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Sex Crimes|Cybercrime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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