WARREN CO. – Richard Lark, 36, of Pine Village, Indiana, was sentenced to prison following a child exploitation investigation.
Lark was initially arrested in December 2024 on preliminary charges including five counts of sexual misconduct with a minor, child exploitation, and three counts of possession of child pornography. As the investigation progressed, detectives with the Indiana State Police uncovered additional evidence involving the same juvenile victim. This led to a broader case and 23 charges being filed against Lark.
On May 15, 2025, Lark pled guilty to all 23 counts under a plea agreement with the Warren County Prosecutor’s Office. He was sentenced to 52 years to be served in the Indiana Department of Corrections.
Charges include:
- Count 1: Promotion of Sexual Trafficking of a Younger Child – Level 3 Felony
- Counts 2–8: Sexual Misconduct with a Minor – Level 4 Felony
- Counts 9–12: Child Exploitation – Level 5 Felony
- Count 13: Child Solicitation – Level 5 Felony
- Counts 14–22: Possession of Child Pornography – Level 6 Felony
- Count 23: Dissemination of Matter Harmful to Minors – Level 6 Felony
The Indiana State Police and the Warren County Prosecutor’s Office remain committed to investigating and prosecuting crimes against children.
