Urgent Arrest: Pittsylvania County Man Faces 20 Child Porn Charges
BREAKING: A Pittsylvania County man has been arrested on multiple charges related to child pornography. Stephen Scott Herndon, aged 55, was taken into custody on August 30, 2023, and now faces 20 counts that include possession, reproduction, distribution, solicitation, and facilitation of child pornography.
Authorities report that the arrest follows an investigation initiated by the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office cybercrimes division. This investigation began on August 28, 2023, after a lead was received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, which highlighted potential crimes involving the sexual exploitation of children.
According to Captain Gerald Ford of the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, the investigation involved both the cybercrimes and special investigations divisions, leading to the swift arrest of Herndon. He is currently being held at the Pittsylvania County Jail without bond. As of now, his first court appearance has not yet been scheduled, and the investigation remains ongoing.
The Sheriff’s Office emphasizes its commitment to safeguarding the community’s most vulnerable members. In an official statement, they declared,
“Our investigators and deputies continue to identify and arrest individuals who prey upon our children, and we will pursue every available resource to ensure they are held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.”
Anyone with additional information regarding this case is urged to contact the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office at 434-432-7929 or anonymously at 800-791-0044.
This developing situation underscores the ongoing battle against child exploitation and the importance of community vigilance. Keep following for the latest updates on this urgent case.
