BRAVE TESTIMONY FROM YOUNG VICTIM HELPS CONVICT CHILD MOLESTER

VANDERBURGH COUNTY, Ind. — Prosecutor Diana Moers announces that on Wednesday, May 27, a jury found Travis S. Jones guilty of Child Molesting as a Level 4 Felony.

In May of 2017, a forensic interview conducted at Holly’s House revealed that Jones had molested a young victim.

The victim, who was just 7 years old at the time of the abuse, was able to get away from Jones. She bravely confided in her friend about what had happened, and her friend then told an adult.

At trial, testimony was provided by the victim, her parents, and the friend she confided in. Recorded interviews with Jones were also presented as evidence.

Following the trial, the jury deliberated for less than 2 hours before returning the verdict that Jones had been found guilty as charged.

Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys Jessica Berry and Melissa Haley tried this case, and the Honorable Judge Robert J. Pigman of the Vanderburgh Superior Court presided.

Investigators who were instrumental in the prosecution and conviction of Jones include Retired EPD Detective Brian Turpin and EPD Sergeant Anna Gray. Other staff members at the Prosecutor’s Office who assisted also include Teresa Wilcox, Morgan Richardville, Jen Savage, and Jessica Purdue.

Jones is now scheduled to be sentenced on June 26. The sentencing range is 2 to 12 years.