KEDC suspends use of Lifetouch Services amid Epstein link claims

FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Kentucky Educational Development Corporation has suspended any current or future use of Lifetouch services.

The national school photography vendor faces claims that it is linked to Apollo Global Management, whose former CEO, Leon Black, allegedly has financial ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

KEDC says the suspension will continue until it has conducted a deeper investigation into the claims.

“Our children are the heart of everything we do,” said Nancy Hutchinson, Chief Executive Officer of KEDC. “Their safety and well being rise above every partnership, every contract, and every operational decision. We will always act with care, transparency, and urgency when it comes to protecting the students entrusted to our schools.”

In a public statement, Lifetouch CEO Ken Murphy denies the claims.

“Lifetouch is not named in the Epstein files. The documents contain no allegations that Lifetouch itself was involved in, or that student photos were used in, any illicit activities,” said Murphy.

Murphy says the company is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of students.

WNKY News 40 will bring you more information on the investigation as it becomes available.