Homeland Security Investigations Agent Arrested on Multiple Charges in Alabama
A Homeland Security Investigations special agent, Kent Blacklidge, was arrested in Spanish Fort, Alabama, on multiple charges including rape and sodomy. He surrendered to the Baldwin County Jail on September 5.
Portland, OR, September 7, 2026 — A special agent with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) has been arrested in Spanish Fort, Alabama. Kent Blacklidge, identified as an HSI special agent, surrendered to authorities on September 5.
The arrest occurred in Spanish Fort, Alabama. According to available information, Blacklidge faces multiple charges. These charges include rape and sodomy.
Blacklidge surrendered himself at the Baldwin County Jail on the specified date. Further details regarding the circumstances leading to the charges, the specific number of counts, or the exact timeline of events were not immediately provided.
The Department of Homeland Security has not released a statement regarding the arrest at this time. Information regarding the investigation into these charges or any potential disciplinary actions by HSI was not made public.
The report of Blacklidge’s arrest and the charges he faces were confirmed by his surrender at the Baldwin County Jail. The investigation is ongoing, and additional information is expected to be released as it becomes available.
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