Man charged with sex crimes

Published 9:37 pm Thursday, March 16, 2017

Police have arrested a 58-year-old man on multiple counts of sex crimes related to alleged incidents that occurred in February.

Johnson

Samuel Johnson, 58, of the 300 block of Goodman Street, was arrested on 10 charges, according to a city press release. The incidents allegedly occurred at his residence and involved a male juvenile under the age of 13. The victim was known to Johnson, city spokeswoman Diana Klink said.

The investigation remains ongoing, and additional charges are possible, according to the release.

Email newsletter signup

Johnson is being held without bond at Western Tidewater Regional Jail, according to the press release.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Citizens can also use TipSoft to submit anonymous tips through the web, a text message or a smartphone with the TipSubmit mobile app. Visit www.tipsubmit.com or send a text to “CRIMES” with the keyword SPDVATIP. Tipsters never have to give their names or appear in court and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.