Will Hayden, the former star of the reality TV show “Sons of Guns,” was convicted of rape charges. He is currently serving multiple life sentences in prison.
Hayden was arrested in 2014 after accusations surfaced that he had sexually assaulted two young girls, one of whom was his own daughter. The allegations led to the cancellation of “Sons of Guns,” which focused on the operations of Red Jacket Firearms, the business Hayden owned. Following his arrest, more details emerged, and in 2017, Hayden was found guilty of two counts of aggravated rape and one count of forcible rape. The court proceedings revealed a pattern of sexual abuse that had occurred over the course of several years. His convictions resulted in two life sentences plus 40 years in prison without the possibility of parole, probation, or suspension of sentence. The case brought to light serious issues of sexual violence and the importance of protecting victims’ rights. Hayden’s downfall was a stark contrast to his previous public image as a successful business owner and TV personality.