Overview
A father in West Virginia, Kenneth Ray Cook, has been charged with 152 counts, including 149 counts of incest, after allegedly sexually abusing his daughter from age 9 to 21, resulting in three children. The case also involves allegations of child neglect, and Cook is currently detained on a $500,000 bond awaiting trial.
Allegations and Charges
- Kenneth Ray Cook, 44, allegedly began sexually abusing his daughter in 2012 when she was 9 years old.
- The abuse reportedly continued for 12 years, until the daughter was 21.
- Cook was initially charged in April with sexual abuse, sexual assault, child neglect, and three counts of incest.
- On June 3, he was indicted and now faces 152 charges, including 149 counts of incest.
- The most recent charges date to July 2024.
Investigation and Testimony
- Court documents indicate the indictment was based on deputy testimony.
- Reports confirm Cook's daughter gave birth to three children as a result of the alleged abuse.
Child Neglect Findings
- WVVA reported the children born from the abuse were found suffering from neglect.
- In August, a 1-year-old child was discovered in a neglectful condition, according to court records.
Legal Proceedings and Detention
- Cook has been held at Southern Regional Jail since March 2025.
- His bond is set at $500,000.
Key Dates / Deadlines
- April 2025: Initial charges filed against Cook.
- June 3, 2025: Formal indictment issued.
- July 2024: Most recent charge added (possible reporting error, as this date precedes others).
- March 2025: Cook taken into custody.
Questions / Follow-Ups
- Status and well-being of the three children remain unknown.
- Next steps in Cook’s legal proceedings have not been detailed.
- Long-term plans for the victim’s recovery and support are not specified.