The Henry County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division has arrested an Axton man following an investigation involving the unlawful recording of a juvenile.
On March 2, the Henry County Sheriff’s Office received a report alleging a concerning video had been discovered on a cellular device. The video was reported to depict a juvenile in the nude that was secretly recorded, and raised concerns alleging that the recording may have been made without the juvenile’s knowledge or consent.
Based on the nature of the report, investigators immediately initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the recording.
As part of the investigation, investigators conducted a forensic interview and obtained legal process to search a residence located on Irisburg Road in Axton. During the execution of the search warrant, multiple electronic devices were seized for evidentiary purposes.
Virgil Derek Mitchell, 36, who lives at the Irisburg Road home, was charged with production of child pornography and possession of child pornography.
Mitchell was taken into custody and subsequently released on a $5,000 secured bond.
Due to the sensitive nature of the case and the involvement of a juvenile victim, additional details will not be released at this time. The Henry County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to protecting children and thoroughly investigating crimes involving the exploitation of minors.
This investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with additional information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at 276-638-8751 or provide information anonymously through Martinsville Henry County Crime Stoppers at 276-632-7463. Tips may also be submitted by texting HCSO followed by the tip information to 847411.
