Man arrested for aggravated child molestation in Douglas County, deputies say

The Brief

  • A registered sex offender in Douglas County was arrested on a charge of aggravated child molestation following an FBI child exploitation investigation, according to deputies.
  • Investigators identified a child victim and suspect Robert Burford after the FBI provided evidence reviewed by its Child Exploitation Operational Unit, the sheriff’s office said.
  • Deputies searched Burford’s residence and seized items matching evidence in the material before booking him into the Douglas County Jail, officials reported.

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ga. – A registered sex offender in Douglas County was arrested on an aggravated child molestation charge following a joint investigation with the FBI, according to the sheriff’s office.

What we know:

The FBI’s Child Exploitation Operational Unit contacted the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office on Monday regarding an ongoing child exploitation investigation, according to deputies.…

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