YouTuber ‘Mr. Crafty Pants’ Arrested for Child Pornography Charges
A prominent YouTuber known as “Mr. Crafty Pants,” whose real name is Michael David Booth, was arrested for serious charges involving child pornography. The 39-year-old influencer, with close to 600,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel that focuses on arts and crafts, was apprehended in Kentucky after allegedly sharing explicit images of minors.
Details of the Arrest
Booth’s arrest took place on a Wednesday, following a police investigation sparked by reports from the messaging app Kik. Authorities were alerted when the app flagged his account, which was traced to Booth’s residence in Norton Commons.
Allegations Against Booth
According to reports, Booth was found to possess six disturbing images. Half of these depicted children under the age of 12, while the others showed teenagers. He reportedly shared these images over 15 times with various users between August 4 and August 7.
Community Reaction
The news of Booth’s arrest has left the local community in shock. Laura Nash, a neighbor, expressed her concerns about the safety of children in their “family-friendly” neighborhood. She felt vulnerable knowing that Booth interacted with several of her friends online.
- Booth boasts over 250,000 followers on platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
- Community members are worried about what he may have viewed of their lives.
Legal Proceedings
Michael David Booth has been charged with possession and distribution of child pornography. He was arraigned shortly after his arrest, with his bond set at $150,000. If released, he will be subjected to home detention and restricted from internet access.
Next Steps
Booth is scheduled to return to court on Friday. As the case unfolds, there are growing concerns about the impacts of social media and the safety of children online.
