Fort Valley Man Sentenced to 60 Years for Child Molestation

Corey Alan Lusk convicted of five counts of child molestation involving a 9-year-old victim over a two-year period

Mar. 11, 2026 at 7:52pm

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A 34-year-old Fort Valley man, Corey Alan Lusk, was convicted of five counts of child molestation and sentenced to 60 years in prison, with the first 25 years to be served behind bars. Lusk was found guilty of sexually abusing a 9-year-old child over a two-year span, touching the victim's chest and buttocks and exposing himself. The victim disclosed the abuse to a family friend in 2022, leading to an investigation by the Houston County Sheriff's Office and a conviction by a Houston County jury.

Why it matters

This case highlights the importance of child victims finding the courage to report abuse, as well as the critical role that law enforcement, child advocacy centers, and prosecutors play in ensuring justice is served and protecting vulnerable members of the community from predators. The lengthy sentence handed down in this case sends a strong message that child molestation will be met with severe consequences.

The details

According to court documents, the abuse began when the victim was 9 years old and continued over a two-year period. Lusk was found guilty of touching the child's chest and buttocks with his hand, as well as exposing himself to the victim. The victim eventually disclosed the abuse to a family friend in 2022, prompting an investigation by the Houston County Sheriff's Office Juvenile Investigations Division. The investigation included a forensic interview of the victim at the Crescent House Child Advocacy Center in Macon.

  • The abuse began when the victim was 9 years old and continued over a two-year span.
  • The victim disclosed the abuse to a family friend in 2022, leading to the investigation.
  • Lusk was convicted by a Houston County jury on March 11, 2026, following a three-day trial.
  • Lusk was sentenced to 60 years in prison, with the first 25 years to be served behind bars.
  • Lusk will be required to register as a sex offender for life after his time in Department of Corrections custody.

The players

Corey Alan Lusk

A 34-year-old man from Fort Valley, Georgia, who was convicted of five counts of child molestation involving a 9-year-old victim.

Houston County District Attorney Eric Edwards

The district attorney who oversaw the prosecution of Lusk and praised the victim's courage in coming forward.

Assistant District Attorneys Elizabeth E. McDaniel

Prosecutors assigned to the Special Victims Unit who represented the child victim in the case.

Special Agent Adrian Moss

The law enforcement officer who worked on the investigation of the case.

Crescent House Child Advocacy Center

The organization that conducted the forensic interview of the child victim as part of the investigation.

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What they’re saying

“As prosecutors assigned to the Special Victims Unit, Ms. Holland and I take great pride in representing the children of Houston County and being a voice for them. A child's safety is our top priority. With this conviction, that safety is restored for this victim, and the defendant will be unable to prey upon any other children in this community.”

— Elizabeth E. McDaniel, Assistant District Attorney

“This conviction was made possible because a child found the courage to speak up. Disclosing abuse is one of the hardest things a child can ever be asked to do, and standing in a courtroom to testify about it takes extraordinary bravery. That courage ensured that the truth was heard and that this defendant will no longer have the opportunity to harm another child.”

— Eric Edwards, Houston County District Attorney

What’s next

The judge will decide on Tuesday whether to allow Lusk to be released on bail while he appeals the conviction.

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of empowering child victims to come forward and report abuse, as well as the critical role that law enforcement, child advocacy centers, and prosecutors play in ensuring justice is served and protecting vulnerable members of the community. The lengthy sentence handed down in this case sends a strong message that child molestation will be met with severe consequences.