Desoto County News

Southaven man sentenced for child pornography possession

Oct. 22, 2024 – It was announced that Neal Truitt, Jr., a 33-year old Southaven man, has been sentenced to 10 years in state prison for the possession of child pornography.  

He pleaded guilty to the possession of child pornography last Thursday. 

In addition to the 10 years in state prison, Truitt, Jr. will also be sentenced to 10 years post  release supervision, will be required to register as a sex offender wherever he resides, is  employed, attends school, or is a temporary resident, for the remainder of his life.  

“My office will not tolerate such depravity, and we will fight fiercely against any form of child  exploitation,” said District Attorney Matthew Barton. “Truitt will now have to answer to the  despicable crime that he committed.” 

This case was prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Gordon Shaw and investigated by the  Southaven Police Department.  

Neal Truitt, Jr.