Perry County Commonwealth’s Attorney Scott Blair has been charged with wire fraud.

The criminal complaint states Blair reportedly, “used his position of public trust and authority to assist various individuals who were facing criminal charges in Perry County” between April 2020 and March 2024. The complaint also states Blair reportedly requested, “something of value, including sexual favors and methamphetamine” several times from multiple people.

Blair is being held in the Laurel County Correctional Center. He will next appear in federal court today.