North Augusta man charged with five counts of sexual exploitation of a minor

A North Augusta man, Justin Dean Boone, has been charged with five counts of sexual exploitation of a minor in the second degree, as reported by the Aiken County Sheriff's Office. The charges were filed following a search warrant executed on Boone's residence on Wednesday.

According to the sheriff’s office, Boone was aware of the sexually explicit nature of the material he shared, which involved visual representations of a minor engaged in sexual activity or presented in sexually explicit nudity. The content shared was deemed to have the potential for sexual stimulation.

Specifically, Boone is accused of sending five sexually explicit videos through Kik Messenger, which featured a minor. This alarming situation has raised concerns within the community regarding the protection of minors and the appropriate actions against such offenses.

The Aiken County Sheriff's Office continues to emphasize the importance of vigilance in safeguarding children from exploitation. As the investigation unfolds, they urge anyone with further information to come forward.

Boone’s case highlights a critical issue of online safety and the dangers that minors can face in digital environments. The community awaits further developments in the case as the sheriff's office works to address these serious allegations.