Child Pornography Predator Sentenced to 78 Months in Prison

In a disturbing case of online exploitation, Kernersville man William Michael Foureus has been sentenced to 78 months in prison for his role in a child pornography ring. Foureus, 45, pleaded guilty to one count of receipt of child pornography on March 8, 2018.

According to court documents, the Kernersville Police Department received a tip in May 2017 that Foureus possessed child pornography on his laptop computer. Police questioned Foureus and, with his permission, reviewed his web browser history. A search warrant was then obtained for his residence, where authorities found over 1,000 image and numerous video files depicting child pornography.

Further investigation revealed that Foureus had stored the files on two laptops and 70 CDs, and had even used his printer to print over 100 of the child pornography images. When questioned, Foureus admitted to possessing the contraband for his sexual gratification.

This case was investigated by the Kernersville Police Department, a member of the North Carolina Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation conducted computer forensic analysis on the electronics seized and Homeland Security Investigations adopted the case for federal prosecution.

The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Eric L. Iverson as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat online child sexual exploitation and abuse.

Foureus’s sentence sends a clear message that those who exploit children online will be held accountable. As our community continues to grapple with the issue of child pornography, it’s essential that we prioritize the safety and well-being of our children.

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