Newberry SC, September 25, 2025
News Summary
Trevor Grant Oty, a 22-year-old from Newberry County, received a 35-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to charges of sexual abuse of minors. Oty’s crimes included criminal sexual conduct and sexual exploitation of minors. Judge Debra R. McCaslin highlighted the violent nature of his offenses. Oty must register as a sex offender after completing his sentence. Additionally, Dallas Randolph Williams, another Newberry County resident, was arrested for multiple charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors, prompting local authorities to enhance protections for children.
Newberry, South Carolina – Trevor Grant Oty, a 22-year-old resident of Newberry County, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges related to the sexual abuse of minors. Oty entered his guilty plea on July 10, 2025, at the Lexington County General Sessions Court.
Oty faced serious charges, including two counts of criminal sexual conduct in the second degree, one count of sexual exploitation of a minor in the first degree, and one count of criminal solicitation of a minor in the first degree. Judge Debra R. McCaslin characterized Oty’s offenses as violent and among the most serious under South Carolina law. In addition to his prison sentence, Oty will be required to register as a sex offender upon his release.
The investigation into Oty’s actions began on July 9, 2024, when the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department received a report regarding the assault of a minor. As investigators delved deeper, they identified additional victims and alleged that Oty created a scheme to coerce minors into engaging in sexual activities over several months. The prosecution was led by Assistant Solicitors Whitney Taylor and Christy Oler from the 11th Circuit Solicitor’s Office, with the investigation conducted by the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Oty has been transferred to the South Carolina Department of Corrections to begin serving his sentence.
In a separate incident, another resident from Newberry County, Dallas Randolph Williams, a 43-year-old from Prosperity, was arrested on September 10, 2025, on six charges linked to the sexual exploitation of minors. These charges include one count of sexual exploitation of a minor in the first degree, which is punishable by up to 20 years in prison, as well as two counts of sexual exploitation of a minor in the second degree, each carrying a maximum penalty of 10 years. Additionally, he is charged with three counts of sexual exploitation of a minor in the third degree, each also punishable by up to 10 years.
The arrest followed a CyberTipline report from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), which prompted an investigation into Williams. Allegations state that Williams manufactured, distributed, and possessed child sexual abuse material. He has been booked into the Newberry County Detention Center and has been denied bond. The prosecution of this case will be managed by the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office.
These recent cases underscore the ongoing issue of child sexual exploitation in Newberry County, prompting local authorities to strengthen their efforts in protecting minors and prosecuting offenders.
FAQ
What was Trevor Grant Oty sentenced for?
Trevor Grant Oty was sentenced to 35 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to the sexual abuse of minors.
What charges were brought against Oty?
Oty was charged with two counts of criminal sexual conduct in the second degree, one count of sexual exploitation of a minor in the first degree, and one count of criminal solicitation of a minor in the first degree.
Who presided over Oty’s sentencing?
Judge Debra R. McCaslin presided over Oty’s sentencing.
What are the implications of Oty’s sentence?
Upon release, Oty will be required to register as a sex offender.
What triggered the investigation into Oty’s actions?
The investigation began on July 9, 2024, after a report was made to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department regarding the assault of a minor.
What charges was Dallas Randolph Williams arrested for?
Dallas Randolph Williams was arrested on six charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors, including one count of sexual exploitation of a minor in the first degree, two counts in the second degree, and three counts in the third degree.
What initiated the arrest of Williams?
The arrest was initiated following a CyberTipline report from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Child Abuse
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- Google Scholar: Child Exploitation
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