Man charged with 10 counts of exploitation of a minor
A man has been charged in connection with the exploitation of a minor, according to the Mooresville Police Department.
On April 25, police responded to the Waterlynn subdivision after receiving reports about material involving children being located at a suspect's home.
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A search of the home resulted in the arrest of 33-year-old Miles Reid Morgan. Officials said electronic devices were seized from the residence, and further investigation is being conducted.
Police said Morgan was charged with 10 counts of second-degree exploitation of a minor and 10 counts of third-degree exploitation of a minor.
He was transported to the Iredell County Detention Center, where he received a $1.2 million bond.
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