Clarifying New Charges on Kelly Crotts

 

Many have said Kelly Crotts has sexually abused boys/young men for over 20 years and that his victims total around 40. Currently, Crotts has been indicted on seven felonies involving three individuals. He's pleaded not guilty on all counts.

While we believe that more victims will come forward, Alabama's law on sexual abuse has a statute of limitations. Unlike rape, abuse cases over three years old will not be prosecuted in criminal court. Such claims may be adjudicated in civil courts.

Therefore, if a young man was victimized before July 2019, he and his family have fewer options. We're sure many of those who wish now to come forward will lie in that category. 

For those who have asked about Crotts' alleged memorial printing scams, we have heard nothing official. One who criticized this blog for mentioning this possible money-maker for Crotts has alleged the printer has used other charities as well as the deceased law officer. 

We can assure you that if we had the facts, these scams would have been mentioned initially along with those concerning the fallen officer. Again, we have no idea why pointing out this theft would be offensive. While not as heinous as child sex abuse, we believe these crimes should be prosecuted.

Either this blog of Hidden Shoals will post any updates when available.