Hoke Co. man accused of statutory rape

A Hoke County man is being held under a $100,000 bond, is accused of statutory rape.

The Hoke County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday that as a result of an ongoing investigation, Billy Bronson was arrested and charged with statutory rape and indecent liberties with a child.

Bronson is currently being held at the Hoke County Detention Center under a $100,000 secured bond.

If anyone has information pertaining to this case, contact Captain Steven Blakley at 910-875-5111. The investigation is ongoing.