An Arkansas father accused of killing the man charged with raping his 14-year-old daughter is now running for sheriff.
Aaron Spencer, who faces a second-degree murder charge, said the legal system “failed” his family by prosecuting him instead of protecting his child.
Spencer announced his campaign for sheriff in Lonoke County on Saturday in a video posted to Facebook.
“I’m the father who acted to protect his daughter when the system failed,” Spencer said.
“Through my own fight for justice, I have seen firsthand the failures in law enforcement and in our circuit court.
“And I refuse to stand by while others face these same failures.”
Spencer said his campaign is about restoring public trust and ensuring law enforcement defends families in moments of crisis.
“This campaign isn’t about me; it’s about every parent, every neighbor, every family who deserves to feel safe in their homes and in their community,” he said.
“It’s about restoring trust, where neighbors know law enforcement is on their side and families know they will not be left alone in a moment of need.”
Fatal Confrontation
Court documents reveal that Spencer confronted 67-year-old Michael Fosler last October after discovering his daughter was missing and spotting her inside Fosler’s truck.
Fosler had already been charged with grooming and sexually abusing the teen.
Spencer allegedly forced Fosler’s vehicle off the road before shooting him.
Prosecutors charged Spencer with second-degree murder, despite the fact that Fosler was out on bond at the time for multiple felony charges related to the case.
Family’s Defense
Spencer’s wife, Heather, launched an online fundraiser, calling the charges against her husband “outrageous.”
“Our underage daughter had been targeted, groomed, and ultimately raped by the boyfriend of a family friend,” she wrote.
“We let the justice system do its job.
“The monster who hurt our child was charged quickly, but released even faster on a $50k bond.
“He was awaiting court in December for several felonies in relation to what he did to our child.”
She added, “My child would not have come home if my husband hadn’t found her.”
Growing Support
Spencer’s campaign announcement drew widespread support online.
“Proud to call this man my father!” his son, Malachi Spencer, wrote.
“If I could vote for you a million times, I would,” another supporter added.
“I will stand with you as a Veteran and a father!
“Bring Veterans and Fathers together, we need to protect our babies!” wrote a third.
Spencer is scheduled for a pre-trial hearing on December 16, with his trial set to begin January 26, 2026.
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