A U.S. Air Force senior airman accused of serious misconduct involving minors went to trial this week at McConnell Air Force Base, while a separate felony insurance fraud prosecution and an active civil debt lawsuit continue to move forward in Kansas state court.
Senior Airman Randall Race Thomas Moore Jr., 26, assigned to the 22nd Maintenance Squadron, is now facing three simultaneous legal proceedings: a general court-martial with the potential for lengthy confinement, a Kansas felony fraud case prosecuted by the Attorney General’s Office, and ongoing civil litigation stemming from unpaid rent and related claims.
Each case proceeds independently, but together they represent mounting legal exposure that could result in incarceration, significant financial judgments, and the end of Moore’s military career.
Allegations at the Center of the Court-Martial
According to Air Force court-martial listings, Moore is charged in United States v. Senior Airman R. Moore, a general court-martial that began Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at McConnell Air Force Base.
Military prosecutors allege Moore committed multiple offenses involving minors, including:
Two specifications of Article 120b, sexual abuse of a child
Two specifications of Article 131b, obstruction of justice
Multiple specifications under Article 134, including alleged possession, receipt, or viewing of illegal images involving minors
Additional Article 134 specifications alleging indecent conduct
If convicted on all charges and specifications, Moore faces a maximum sentence of 15 years if served concurrently or up to 70 years if served consecutively, along with a dishonorable discharge, reduction to the grade of Airman Basic, and total forfeiture of pay and allowances.
Moore has not been convicted. All allegations remain pending before a military court.
Background of the Allegations
Local media previously identified Moore as the airman charged in a military case involving alleged inappropriate conduct with minors and prohibited digital material.
According to prior reporting by KWCH and the Butler County Times-Gazette, investigators allege the misconduct involved two minors Moore met through a local church and a third individual he met online.
Investigators further allege Moore engaged in inappropriate communications, sent explicit images of himself to minors, and attempted to influence or interfere with the investigative process after the allegations were reported.
Church Involvement and Investigation Trigger
Moore’s publicly accessible social media portrays him as an active member of Temple Baptist Church in Wichita, where videos show him serving as the church’s pianist.
According to prior reporting, when concerns involving minors were brought forward, a pastor at the church initiated an internal inquiry before notifying McConnell Air Force Base officials, triggering a military investigation.
The Air Force has not publicly detailed the investigative timeline or the extent of coordination between church leadership and military authorities.
Service Record and Background
Court records include an affidavit of military service indicating Moore has served on active duty since 2018 and remains in the U.S. Air Force.
Despite nearly seven years in uniform, Moore has not advanced beyond the rank of senior airman. His publicly accessible profiles identify him as an aircraft maintainer, and official Air Force imagery previously depicted him working as an aerospace propulsion journeyman on KC-135 aircraft.
Public records and social media indicate Moore is originally from Syracuse, Ohio.
Separate Kansas Felony Fraud Case Advances
While the court-martial proceeds, Moore is also facing two felony counts of fraudulent insurance acts in Sedgwick County District Court.
Kansas court records show Moore is accused of knowingly submitting or causing to be submitted materially false information in support of insurance claims in 2024. Each count is charged as a Level 8 nonperson felony, carrying potential penalties of up to 23 months in prison and fines of up to $100,000 per count.
The case is being prosecuted by the Kansas Attorney General’s Office Economic Crimes Division, rather than local authorities, a structure often used for more complex financial investigations.
Discovery has been exchanged, and Moore has retained civilian defense counsel. He was arrested in December 2025, posted $5,000 bond, and was released pending further proceedings. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Feb. 2, 2026.
Civil Lawsuit Advances as Criminal Cases Proceed
In addition to the criminal proceedings, Moore’s civil legal matters have also continued to advance in Sedgwick County.
Court records show Moore is the named defendant in a limited action debt lawsuit filed on Dec. 17, 2025, by his former landlord, Patrick Gimino, seeking recovery of more than $5,000 in alleged unpaid rent, fees, and related costs.
After the lawsuit was filed, the court issued a summons directing Moore to either file a written answer or appear in court. Court records reflect the lawsuit was served on Dec. 23, 2025, via substitute service, with the return of service indicating delivery to a family member at Moore’s listed residence.
An answer hearing is scheduled for Jan. 28, 2026, at the Sedgwick County Courthouse. If Moore fails to respond or appear, the court may enter a default judgment granting the relief sought by the plaintiff.
The lawsuit follows an earlier eviction action filed in May 2025, in which Moore admitted he failed to pay rent for multiple months. That case resulted in a default judgment and a writ of restitution after Moore failed to appear for a scheduled hearing.
In those filings, Moore cited financial hardship, stating he did not earn enough money in the Air Force to meet basic living expenses and was frequently overdrawn.
Public Image vs. Court Filings
While asserting financial distress in court, Moore’s public social media reflected a more stable personal image.
In late May 2025, Moore posted about moving into a new residence and having a grand piano professionally relocated, writing that he hoped to resume livestream performances.
Mounting Legal Exposure
Moore now faces legal jeopardy on three fronts:
a U.S. Air Force general court-martial involving serious misconduct allegations
a Kansas felony insurance fraud prosecution
and ongoing civil litigation
Each proceeding operates independently, but together they place Moore at risk of confinement, substantial financial judgments, and separation from military service.
The Salty Soldier has submitted follow-up inquiries seeking clarification on whether evidence gathered in the Kansas fraud investigation will be introduced during the court-martial and whether additional charges remain under review.
Moore has not been convicted in either civilian or military court. All charges remain pending.
More records are expected as the proceedings continue.
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