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Nelson Co. man facing child porn charges

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Frederick Rausch IV (Source: Nelson County Detention Center) Frederick Rausch IV (Source: Nelson County Detention Center)

BARDSTOWN, KY (WAVE) – A Nelson County man was arrested Tuesday on charges related to child pornography.

Kentucky State Police said an undercover online investigation into the possession and distribution of images depicting child sexual exploitation led them to Frederick Rausch IV, 22.

A search warrant was executed at Rausch's home on Tuesday where KSP said troopers seized equipment used to distribute child pornography. The equipment was taken to the KSP forensic laboratory for examination.

Rausch is charged with 10 counts of possession of matter portraying a sexual performance by minor. Additional charges are pending.

Rausch was lodged at the Nelson County Detention Center.

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