Aaron Spencer

Aaron Spencer, a Republican candidate for sheriff in Lonoke County, Arkansas, has had a murder charge against him dismissed. Spencer had been awaiting trial for the charge, which stemmed from him allegedly killing his teenaged daughter's sexual abuser. Despite the pending charge, Spencer won a GOP primary on March 3, 2026, defeating the incumbent sheriff and advancing to the general election. Following the dismissal of the murder charge, Spencer stated he is grateful the chapter is closed and is focused on his family and returning to a normal life, expressing renewed commitment to his campaign. His current relevance lies in his ongoing pursuit of the sheriff position in Lonoke County, now unburdened by the murder charge.