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NC Rep. Cecil Brockman Arrested on Statutory Sex-Offense, Indecent Liberties Charges

State Democrats urge his resignation following court filings that describe attempts to contact the alleged victim.

Overview

  • Court records show Brockman faces two counts of a statutory sex offense and two counts of indecent liberties with a child in Guilford County.
  • The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office says he is being held at the High Point jail with a court appearance scheduled Thursday.
  • Authorities allege in court documents that he tried to contact the alleged victim in the hospital and sought to use his status to learn the victim’s whereabouts.
  • The North Carolina Democratic Party called for his immediate resignation, saying the seriousness of the charges prevents effective representation.
  • House Minority Leader Robert Reives said the allegations are serious, would be disqualifying if true, and urged allowing the legal process to unfold.