GLASGOW, Ky. — A Barren County man has been arrested after Kentucky State Police said he was found sharing images of child sexual exploitation online.

Stephen Alan Wolfgang, 39, was arrested Sept. 12 following an undercover investigation by the Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch.

According to KSP, the investigation began after investigators discovered Wolfgang sharing the images online.

A search warrant was executed Sept. 11, and equipment investigators said was used to facilitate the alleged crimes was seized. The equipment was taken to the KSP forensic laboratory for examination.

Wolfgang is charged with 10 counts of distribution of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance under 12 years old and two counts of possession of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance under 12 years old.

All 12 charges are Class C felonies. A conviction on a Class C felony in Kentucky can carry a sentence of five to 10 years in prison.

Wolfgang was lodged in the Barren County Detention Center.

KSP said the investigation remains ongoing.

The investigation was conducted through the Kentucky Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, which includes more than 26 local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.

The task force assists law enforcement agencies with investigations involving online enticement of children and child sexual abuse material. Its work includes forensic investigations, training, technical assistance, victim services, prevention and community education.

The bottom line

KSP said Wolfgang faces 12 felony charges following an undercover investigation into the alleged online sharing and possession of child sexual exploitation material. The investigation remains ongoing.