Hall County Sheriff’s Office investigators have charged a Lula man with six counts of sexual exploitation of children in an ongoing investigation that began earlier this year, a news release from the sheriff’s office says.
Authorities arrested 62-year-old Michael Reid Perkins on Thursday, August 1, after executing a search warrant at his River Station Drive home. The search was prompted by multiple cybertips related to Perkins’ alleged online activity, according to the news release.
“During the search, investigators seized multiple electronic devices from the residence,” says HCSO Public Information Officer Derreck Booth.
According to preliminary details released by the sheriff’s office, Perkins allegedly downloaded at least six files of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), including videos and photos. The downloads were made at various times, dating back to December 2023, says Booth.
Investigators began investigating the case in June after receiving the initial cybertip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).
Booth says additional charges are possible pending forensic processing of the seized electronics and further investigation.
Hall County Jail personnel booked Perkins on Thursday afternoon. He remains held without bond.
