Posted on 03/04/2026 7:55:35 AM PST by CFW
Aaron Spencer won the Republican primary for county sheriff in central Arkansas as he awaits his murder trial in a case that’s drawn national attention and shaped much of his campaign message.
Spencer got 53.5% of the vote, while longtime incumbent John Staley received 26.5% in the Lonoke County race, according to the Arkansas Secretary of State.
Staley conceded in a Facebook message posted early Wednesday morning. A third Republican candidate, David Bufford, received almost 20% of the vote.
In this politically conservative county where Donald Trump won almost 76% of the vote in 2024, Spencer’s victory makes him the potential frontrunner heading into the November general election.
But he also faces second-degree murder charges in a trial that will likely be held before then. His trial was scheduled to begin in January but was postponed and a new date has not been set.
The case stems from the October 2024 fatal shooting of a 67-year-old man who was out on bail after being charged with multiple counts of sexually abusing Spencer’s then-13-year-old daughter. Spencer has admitted to killing the man but has pleaded not guilty.
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““I did what any good father would do, just save and protect their child, that’s going to definitely show in our strong legal defense,” he said.
The alleged abuser, Michael Fosler, was facing 43 criminal counts in the teen’s case, including internet stalking of a child, sexual assault, sexual indecency with a child and possession of child pornography.”
He should get a medal. One less predator consuming oxygen.
Apparently, in Arkansas anyone can run for Sheriff. In Maine you need to have police management creditentials. Ie. been a police chief or senior officer in a larger department. Taken police management courses.
If he’s found guilty he should be sentenced to time served. Hopefully he’ll be found not guilty and paid a percentage of what he saved the taxpayer.
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