NC Woman Arrested for Child Sex Crimes

(Jacksonville, North Carolina) A 39-year-old local woman, Leslie Denise Nichols, was arrested by Jacksonville Police officers last week for allegedly forcing a 9-year-old child to commit sex acts. Nichols reportedly is a civilian employee at Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base.

Nichols faces charges of first-degree sex offense, five counts of indecent liberties with a minor, and five counts of child abuse by sexual act.

Nichols is accused in warrants of directing a 9-year-old child to penetrate her digitally and with an “electronic stimulus device.” She also forced the child to practice oral sex on her, according to warrants on file at the Onslow County Courthouse.

The JPD would not comment on the ongoing case. Capt. David Teeter said given the “sensitive nature” of the case and its open status, he could not provide any information beyond what is available in Nichols’ arrest warrants.

Nichols was booked into custody at the Onslow County jail with bond set at $300,000. A court appearance is scheduled for August 20.