Raleigh Durham, NC, July 27, 2026 — A probationary firefighter in Johnston County has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of child sex crimes. The arrest occurred shortly after the individual was hired by the Johnston County Fire Department.

Details surrounding the specific nature of the charges or the exact timeline of the alleged crimes were not immediately available. The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is handling the investigation. The fire department has not released an official statement regarding the arrest or its implications for the department.

The firefighter’s name has not been released by authorities pending further investigation and formal charges. It is standard procedure in such cases for an individual to be placed on administrative leave or suspended without pay until the legal proceedings are resolved. The probationary status of the firefighter means they were in an initial period of employment where their performance and suitability for the role were being evaluated.

Further information regarding the investigation, including potential court dates or the release of the suspect’s name, is expected to be provided by the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office as the case progresses. The fire department has indicated it will cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation.


Story summarized from the original created by Matthew Sockol on www.cbs17.com, see more information here.

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