A Caldwell County man has found himself facing serious allegations as the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) charges him with human trafficking involving a minor. The SBI arrested David Kevin Hamilton Wednesday night on accusations of human trafficking of a juvenile and promoting prostitution of that juvenile, as documented in statements released by the bureau.
The districts involved are casting a wider net in hopes of unearthing further injustices, the SBI is leaning on the community for assistance, urging anyone with information about potential victims to step forward. Callers can reach out to the SBI's Human Trafficking Unit directly at (919) 662-4500, according to details provided by WCNC Charlotte's report.
It's noted by both agencies, that Hamilton surrendered to authorities at the Caldwell County Detention Center, where he remains incarcerated. His bond is set at varying amounts reported by different outlets, with the Hickory Daily Record asserting a $100,000 bond, while WCNC Charlotte reports a significantly steeper $2 million bond, as per the Hickory Daily Record reports.
The Long View Police and Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office have also been key players in the investigation, an effort suggesting broad interest in the legal fate of Mr. Hamilton. While Hamilton maintains his presumption of innocence until proven otherwise, the grappling with such weighty accusations precedes the court of law in the public domain, QC News notes.
Amid these developments the SBI emphasizes that the investigation led by its Human Trafficking Unit is ongoing, suggesting the possibility of additional charges being appended to Hamilton's case as the story continues to unfold.
