Gulfport man charged with molestation of 14-year-old victim
A Gulfport man has been charged with one felony count of molesting by touching a child for lustful purposes.
The 31-year-old man was arrested Wednesday. The case involves a 14-year-old female victim, according to Sheriff Troy Peterson.
According to Harrison County investigators, the suspect was found to be related to the victim.
The man is being held in lieu of a $100,000 bond set by Justice Court Judge Brandon Ladner pending his initial appearance.
The Sun Herald does not identify suspects in sex-crime cases unless they have been arrested on more than one felony count or charge, have been indicted, or are in a position of trust, such as a teacher or a coach.
Scott Watkins
Sun Herald