Berea College Issues Statement on Professor Charged with Child Exploitation Offenses

According to Kentucky State Police, an Internet Crimes Against Children investigation led to the arrest of three Madison County individuals, including 61-year-old Stephen Pulsford. Pulsford is charged with one count of distribution of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance.  This charge is a Class-D felony punishable by one to five years in prison.

Berea College Statement on Arrest of Stephen Pulsford:

Berea College officials have been informed of the arrest of Dr. Stephen Pulsford last evening by the Kentucky State Police on a felony charge of distribution of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance.  Dr. Pulsford has been serving as an associate professor at Berea College.  The College is shocked at this news and completely unaware of the circumstances leading to Dr. Pulsford’s arrest.  The College has not been contacted by Dr. Pulsford or the Kentucky State Police.  At present, College officials continue to monitor the situation and will not comment further at this time.