Missouri Child Predator Sentenced for S*xual Abuse of 5-Year-Old in Kansas City Region
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI — A Missouri man has been sentenced to prison after being found guilty of first-degree statutory sodomy for s*xually abusing a five-year-old boy in the Kansas City region, according to the Missouri Attorney General’s Office.
Attorney General Catherine L. Hanaway announced the conviction in a statement this week, reaffirming the state’s zero-tolerance policy toward individuals who prey on children.
“Missouri will not tolerate those who prey on our most vulnerable,” Hanaway said. “My team secured a prison sentence for a child predator who committed an unthinkable act of abuse.”
The attorney general’s office released a photo of the convicted man with the label “GUILTY” across it, confirming that he will serve time behind bars following the court’s sentencing.
First-Degree Statutory Sodomy Charge
Under Missouri law, first-degree statutory sodomy is one of the most serious s*xual offenses, involving acts committed against a child under the age of 12. Convictions often carry a minimum of 10 years to life in prison, depending on the severity of the evidence and the court’s discretion.
Hanaway’s office did not release the specific prison term in this case but emphasized that such crimes would continue to be prosecuted with the “full force of the law.”
Protecting the Most Vulnerable
The Missouri Attorney General’s Office has ramped up its focus on protecting children from s*xual exploitation and abuse, working alongside local police and victim advocacy organizations throughout the state.
Missouri will not tolerate those who prey on our most vulnerable.
Today, my team secured a prison sentence of a child predator who s*xually abused a five-year-old boy in the Kansas City region. pic.twitter.com/ZN4GW3z4Vu
— Attorney General Catherine L. Hanaway (@AGCHanaway) October 22, 2025
Hanaway said that this latest conviction serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance in reporting suspicious behavior or potential abuse.
“Every child deserves safety, dignity, and the chance to grow up free from fear,” Hanaway stated. “We will continue fighting for justice in every corner of Missouri.”
Ongoing Efforts to Combat Child Exploitation
The Kansas City region, along with several Missouri counties, has seen multiple prosecutions this year targeting child predators, online offenders, and human traffickers. The Attorney General’s Office has partnered with task forces and federal agencies to investigate and prosecute offenders more efficiently.
Citizens are encouraged to report child abuse or exploitation through the Missouri Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-800-392-3738, or through the CyberTipline managed by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.
The attorney general’s office has pledged ongoing transparency in future cases and reiterated that Missouri will continue to pursue the harshest penalties for those found guilty of crimes against children.
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