DARE COUNTY, N.C. (WAVY) – The Dare County Sheriff’s Office says a Kill Devil Hills woman is facing serious charges following a child abuse investigation.
Deputies began the investigation on May 23, with the assistance of the Department of Social Services. It led to the arrest of 62-year-old Penny Williams. She has been charged with felony second degree kidnapping and three counts of felony child abuse.
Williams was issued a $150,000 secured bond.
The Sheriff’s Office is still investigating.
WAVY reached out to the sheriff’s office to find out more about the nature of the investigation. They said they they will not be discussing this ongoing investigation.
If you have any information about this investigation, please reach out to the Dare County Sheriff’s Office at (252) 475-5980 or the Dare County Communications Center at (252) 473-3444.
