Overview

• Aaron Spencer, 37, released a Facebook video on Oct. 10 announcing his run for sheriff in Lonoke County, drawing thousands of likes and shares.
• Spencer has pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder after the Oct. 8, 2024 death of 67-year-old Michael Fosler, whom he said he confronted after finding his missing daughter in Fosler’s truck.
• According to affidavits, Spencer forced Fosler’s vehicle off the road, fired until his gun was empty, then called 911; he was later freed on a reported $150,000 bond.
• Fosler had previously pleaded not guilty to more than 40 charges tied to Spencer’s daughter, including sexual assault and possession of child sexual-abuse material, and had been released on a $50,000 bond.
• Spencer’s wife launched a GiveSendGo fundraiser and his announcement drew heavy online support, as his candidacy would place an accused defendant seeking to lead the county’s top law-enforcement office.