CHERRYVILLE, N.C. — Cherryville police say a 911 open‑line call led to an investigation that resulted in charges of sexual exploitation of a minor.
Officers were called to the Burger King on East Church Street on April 22, where the caller reported alleged sexual misconduct involving an individual at the location.
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Detectives launched an investigation, seized the suspect’s mobile phone, and obtained a search warrant.
A forensic review of the device led investigators to secure an additional warrant for a home on West Church Street. Police say they found illegal images and materials during the searches.
As a result, John Gerald Hadaway was arrested and charged with one count of second‑degree sexual exploitation of a minor and one count of third‑degree sexual exploitation of a minor. He is being held without bond due to his probation status.