KINGMAN, Arizona — On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, Mohave County Sheriff’s Office Detectives arrested 41-year-old Jared Paul Colt Jr., an Oregon resident, in connection with a sexual exploitation of a minor investigation. Colt had been under scrutiny for some time, but he moved out of state to an unknown address during the investigation, temporarily evading authorities. His return to Kingman for a visit led to his apprehension, with detectives uncovering evidence in his possession that linked him to the alleged crimes.
Jared Paul Colt Jr. was booked into the Mohave County Adult Detention Facility, facing five counts of felony sexual exploitation of a minor. The investigation remains ongoing, and additional charges could be forthcoming as authorities continue to process evidence. This arrest marks another in a series of similar cases in Mohave County, where the Sheriff’s Office has been proactive in targeting individuals involved in child exploitation. Just days earlier, on April 17, 2025, Scott William Dickinson Jr., 43, of Kingman, was arrested on seven counts of sexual conduct with a minor under 12 and ten counts of sexual exploitation of a minor, according to a Mohave County Sheriff’s Office release. The pattern of such arrests raises questions about whether broader systemic issues, like insufficient monitoring of known offenders or gaps in interstate coordination, might be contributing to suspects like Colt evading detection by relocating.
The public is encouraged to report any information related to this case or similar activities by contacting the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office at 928-753-0753. Community vigilance remains a critical tool in combating these crimes.
Kingman residents are urged to stay proactive in protecting vulnerable individuals as investigations continue. Let’s support law enforcement efforts to ensure justice and safety for all.
Published by State Gleam
Keywords: Jared Paul Colt Jr., Sexual Exploitation, Mohave County Sheriff, Kingman Arrest, Minor Investigation, April 2025
