Monroe, NC – The Union County Sheriff’s Office is being recognized for its strong performance in protecting children from online predators, ranking 4th statewide in North Carolina for Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) arrests in 2025.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the Special Victims Unit (SVU) within the Criminal Investigations Bureau plays a leading role in tracking and arresting individuals accused of child exploitation and abuse online. The department works closely with the North Carolina Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (NCIAC), which includes more than 230 law enforcement affiliates across the state.
Sheriff Eddie Cathey praised his detectives for their commitment and impact on community safety. “I’m proud of these detectives and the work they do every day. They’re getting dangerous people off our streets,” Cathey said. “If you’re thinking about committing these crimes in Union County, you need to think again. We will find you, and we will arrest you.”
The Sheriff’s Office noted that the SVU also investigates reports of physical or sexual abuse and manages the county’s sex offender registry, adding an additional layer of public protection for Union County residents.
This achievement highlights what the department described as a year of steady progress in digital crime prevention and child safety enforcement.
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