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Prison sentence handed down in Buncombe County minor sex offense case

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. — A 72-year-old man will spend years behind bars after pleading guilty to felony sex offenses involving a minor, authorities said.

The case stems from a February 2025 investigation led by the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office.

Officials said the defendant pleaded guilty in Superior Court to attempted statutory sex offense and indecent liberties with a minor.

He was sentenced to between 144 and 233 months in prison within the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction.

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Authorities said the man will also be required to register as a sex offender for 30 years and is prohibited from having any contact with the victim for the rest of his life.

Prosecutors indicated the victim was in agreement with the outcome of the case.

Officials said the case highlights ongoing efforts between investigators and prosecutors to protect children and hold offenders accountable.

Key Points

72-year-old man sentenced for sex crimes involving a minor
Pleaded guilty to attempted statutory sex offense and indecent liberties
Sentenced to 144 to 233 months in prison

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