Judge Katherine A. Crytzer sentenced 39-year-old Phillip George Turner of Roane County to 17 years in prison for distributing child pornography.

Turner pled guilty to one count of distribution of child pornography, one count of possession of child pornography, and one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm.

He will also be on supervised probation for 20 years after his release. He will also be required to register as a sex offender.

In May 2022, law enforcement received a tip from an undercover officer that Turner was distributing child pornography on an internet website. Turner uploaded 120 files of child pornography, containing images and videos.

Authorities learned Turner was on parole for convictions from Illinois.

A search warrant was served at Turner’s home. Officers seized five pistols, ammunition, and child pornography.