Osage County man sentenced to 50 years in prison for child sex crimes
Ryan Shiner
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
An Osage County man was sentenced to 50 years in prison for multiple child sex crimes, according to a press release from the Osage prosecutor’s office.
A jury trial was held on April 30 and May 1 for Matthew Johnson, who was found guilty of attempted statutory rape, second-degree child molestation and third-degree child molestation.
“This sentence reflects the seriousness of the crimes committed against a vulnerable child,” Prosecuting Attorney Amanda Grellner said in the release. “My office remains committed to seeking justice for victims and ensuring that those who commit such heinous offenses are held fully accountable.”