Lucas Timothy Hunt, 25, from Asheboro, North Carolina, founder of the popular “Thank You Jesus” yard sign movement, was arrested in late February 2025 on child exploitation charges. The signs, introduced when Hunt was a teenager, have sold over 250,000 units nationwide.
Hunt faces felony charges of second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor for allegedly receiving a sexually explicit video of two underage girls, following a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children in January 2025. The subsequent investigation led to Hunt’s identification as a suspect in the case.
Upon his arrest, Hunt was held on a $75,000 secure bond at the Randolph County Detention Center. He was later released after posting bond, and is scheduled to appear in court on March 19, 2025.
The “Thank You Jesus” Mission removed all references to Hunt from its website and is discussing his future involvement.
Connie Frazier, president of the “Thank You Jesus” Mission, stated, “We will not be commenting on the charges, but we can say that Lucas Hunt, through the Thank You Jesus signs, has helped thousands of people and has been a blessing.”
Meanwhile, Hunt’s parents have publicly stated their belief in his innocence, asserting that he did not commit the alleged acts. They have declined to provide further comments on the case at this time.
The Invictus Task Force, leading the investigation, confirmed that the probe is still ongoing, and additional charges may be forthcoming. They are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward.
