Onslow County Sheriff's Office investigates dozens of child abuse cases
ONSLOW COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The Onslow County Sheriff's Office investigated dozens of cyber tips concerning child abuse last week.
The Federal Bureau of Investigations, US Department of Homeland Security, North Carolina State Bureau of Investigations and the Jacksonville Police Department all assisted with these investigations, of which there were 49.
Deputies visited 37 homes, ruling out some tips, but they are still investigating cases. Tips involved things like sex crimes against children, child abuse, sexual exploitation of minors and the solicitation of sexual acts from children online.
'Protecting our most vulnerable citizens-our children-is a responsibility we all share. Our office is committed to standing with these families, schools and community partners to ensure every child grows up safe, supported and heard.' said Sheriff Chris Thomas, with Onslow County.
These investigations are happening at the same time as National Child Abuse Prevention Month, which occurs all through the month of April.
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