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Kenosha County Man Charged With 10 Felonies Involving Child Pornography, Bestiality Videos — $150,000 Cash Bail Set

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Dustin Charles Benning, 31, of Sturtevant
(Kenosha County Sheriff's Office)

KENOSHA, Wis. — Dustin Charles Benning, 31, of Sturtevant, is facing 10 felony charges after investigators allegedly linked him to an online account used to distribute disturbing videos involving sexual contact between humans and animals, including videos depicting young girls. Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set Benning’s cash bail at $150,000 Monday afternoon, November 2, 2026. Benning, a convicted felon, is charged with two counts of possession of child pornography and eight counts of distributing, selling, or publishing obscene material depicting sexual contact with animals. All 10 charges carry repeat-offender enhancers.

Dustin Charles Benning, 31, of Sturtevant
(Kenosha County Sheriff's Office)

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Kevin Mathewson

Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.
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