Former Harnett County Sheriff’s Deputy Arrested on Child Exploitation Charges
Harnett County, NC – A former sheriff’s deputy in Harnett County is currently under investigation for alleged misconduct and child exploitation. Suspicions were first raised against the 35-year-old ex-officer in October 2023.
Court documents say that the accused individual “did facilitate minor… unknowing female children approximately 7 to 12 years old, to engage in sexual activity… for a live performance.” There have been claims that he destroyed digital evidence in October, the same month when the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office was alerted to these allegations.
Allegations and Legal Proceedings Against Former Officer
The former officer is accused of engaging in unlawful acts involving underage girls. On December 4, 2023, charges were officially brought against him. These comprised 10 counts of first-degree sexual exploitation of a minor and one count of obfuscation of justice for purportedly destroying evidence.
Initially, a bond of $1 million was ordered, but this was later reduced to $500,000 during the first court appearance. The bail was posted, and the former officer was released from jail.
In response, the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office dismissed the accused from his position on November 30 due to alleged policy violations. The investigation into this case is ongoing, and authorities have stated that more charges against the former officer are possible. However, it is important to note that the accused retains the presumption of innocence until proven guilty in a court of law.
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