David Ericksen mug - 2.7.25

David Ericksen, 45, of Bedford, Indiana, is charged with child molestation, sexual battery and neglect of a dependent. (Photo courtesy of Lawrence County Jail)

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — A Bedford, Indiana, man is behind bars facing charges of child molestation. 

According to a release from Indiana State Police, detectives were asked to observe an interview with a child at Susie's Place Child Advocacy Center on Monday, Feb. 3.

During the investigation, ISP identified David Ericksen, 45, as a suspect. Search warrants were obtained and executed Tuesday morning for electronic devices, Ericksen's car and his home. 

Police arrested Ericksen Tuesday morning. He is charged with child molestation, sexual battery and neglect of a dependent, all felony charges. He is being held in the Lawrence County Jail.

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