From Indiana State Police – Putnamville District:
Clay County – The Indiana State Police initiated a criminal investigation in August 2026, after receiving information that a female child the age of 14, had been inappropriately touched by an adult male.
The investigation revealed that Jacob Youngblood, age 27, of Scottsville, Kentucky, allegedly committed sexual misconduct with a female child in Clay County. The investigation also revealed that he was in possession of child sexual abuse material.
After reviewing the information, the Clay County Prosecutor’s Office requested an arrest warrant, which was granted by Clay Superior Court. Youngblood was arrested yesterday in Kentucky. Youngblood is awaiting extradition back to Indiana where his bond is set at $20,000 with no 10% allowed.
Arrested and Charges: Jacob Youngblood, 27, Scottsville, KY
•Sexual Misconduct with a Minor, Level 4 Felony
•Possession of Child Sex Abuse Material (Prior Conviction), Level 4 Felony
•Child Solicitation, Level 5 Felony
•Failure to Register as a Sex Offender, Level 5 Felony
•Dissemination of Matter Harmful to Minors, Level 6 Felony
Investigating Officer: Indiana State Police Detective Daniel Magnabosco of the Putnamville District.
Under the Law, criminal charges are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
No mug photo available at the time of this release.